Monday Morning Maybe

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Mother of the Dunes

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1997 | 90 min | Drama

Monday Morning Maybeearly rating

Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe

With a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
One for people who like a story that's man versus the elements and anyone who loves a strong drama. The tension comes from simply getting through the next day.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 30 min. An easy one to fit in on a school night.
What might put you off
  • It's in French, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
  • Skip it if you need something light and fast tonight.

Director Abdoulaye Ascofare's drama follows Zamiatou (Aminata Ousmane), a mother who struggles to support her family in the wake of her husband's unjust incarceration. Life is already difficult in the desolate desert of Mali in Africa, but when her husband returns from prison a mentally and physically reduced man, Zamiatou will do anything to keep her two sons and daughter alive.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsNot counted

    Not enough reviews on record yet

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerWeak

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    Not enough engagement data yet

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Cast & crew

Directed by Abdoulaye Ascofare

  • Aminata OusmaneZamiatou, la mère
  • Balla Moussa KeitaLe père
  • Safiatou MahamaneLa fille
  • Oumar MbarekFils 1
  • Hamel MbarekFils 2
  • Amina Keita