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The Soul of Africa

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The Soul of Africa

2026

1h 7m

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Set against the Festival of Black Divinities in Togo, this captivating documentary explores the origins, resilience, and contemporary relevance of African spiritual traditions before and beyond Christianity and Islam.

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Directed by: Gabriel Souleyka
Written by: Gabriel Souleyka

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