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With a long experience shooting and directing, and having received numerous international awards, brothers Craig and Damon Foster have deservedly carved themselves a niche in global film circles. The filmmakers have a passion and commitment to the natural world and the relationship between human and nature has deeply influenced their style of filmmaking and the stories they seek out. The brothers’ primary intent lies in telling stories with the voice of Africa herself, and creating film experiences that enable the viewer to gain an intense and deep insight into the natural and cultural dynamics of this ancient continent. They explore the timeless and universal themes of the relationship between man and animal, and the relationship between them and the environments that they share. They seek unique and challenging footage, which is enthralling and exciting, without compromising on integrity and sensitivity. They show reality as it is but in a way in which it is not usually seen. The brothers work closely together throughout every aspect of the process and have pioneered an organic style of filmmaking that brings new life to the screen.

In Cosmic Africa we join Thebe on his celestial quest into the heart of the Egyptian Sahara; the precipitous cliffs of Dogon country in Mali; and the ancestral land of Namibia's hunter-gatherers. His experiential journey weaves together past, present and future, combining astronomical perception and history in a rich cosmic tapestry. By exploring the various stages of human awareness and development, Cosmic Africa takes viewers into the world of shamans, sky lore experts and diviners.
  • Year
    2003
  • Runtime
    72 minutes
  • Language
    Bambara, English, Ju'hoansi
  • Country
    South Africa, Ghana, Namibia, Kenya, Mali
  • Genre
    Documentary
  • Subtitle Language
    English
  • Director
    Craig Foster, Damon Foster
  • Screenwriter
    Craig Foster, Damon Foster, Hugh Brody
  • Producer
    Carina Rubin
  • Executive Producer
    Ann Druyan, Kent Gibson, Anne Rogers
  • Co-Producer
    Neil Hermann, Thebe Medupe
  • Cast
    Kunta Boo, Annaye Doumbo, Thebe Medupe, Thulanni Ncamani, Kxao Tami, Naoe Kommtsa Tcuxo
  • Cinematographer
    Craig Foster
  • Editor
    Damon Foster
  • Composer
    Barry Donnelly, Grant McLachlan
  • Sound Design
    Barry Donnelly, Sebastian Dunn
  • Music
    Emmanuelle Olivier, Bridget Rennie-Salonen