The PirogueMovie
Baye Laye is the captain of a fishing pirogue. Like many of his Senegalese compatriots, he sometimes dreams of new horizons, where he can earn a better living for his family. When he is offered to lead one of the many pirogues that head towards Europe via the Canary Island, he reluctantly accepts the job, knowing full-well the dangers that lie ahead. Leading a group of 30 men who don't all speak the same language, some of whom have never seen the sea, Baye Laye will confront many perils in order to reach the distant coasts of Europe.
About The Pirogue
The Pirogue is a 2012 drama movie directed by Moussa Touré.
The production information lists a runtime of 1h 27m, production credits from Senegal, France, Germany, an original language code of FR.
The credited cast includes Souleymane Seye Ndiaye, Laïty Fall, Malamine Drame, Balla Diarra. The synopsis above summarizes the central premise without adding details beyond the available title information.
