Set among the Turkana pastoralists of northwestern Kenya, the film chronicles the marriage negotiations between Lorang’s daughter Akai and Kongu, a friend and age-mate of her father. Much of the film focuses on extended discussions over the bridewealth—goats and camels to be given to the bride’s family—which draw in relatives from both sides and grow increasingly tense. Filmed in an observational style without narration, the documentary records the negotiations and social dynamics that shape the marriage arrangement.
Cast
Recommendations
view all
Ex Libris: The New York Public Library
Naqoyqatsi
A Plastic Ocean
McQueen
Tabloid
The Curious Birth of Benjamin Button
Downloaded
Directed by John Ford
My Mom Jayne
The Class of ‘92
The Godfather Family: A Look Inside
Champs
Lovecraft: Fear of the Unknown
The Walking Dead: The Return
Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20
Fuck
Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me
Heart of a Dog
Life in a Day
Sidney