In search of the roots of traditional medicine

by Massimo Luconi

A journey in the land of the Dogon to understand the science of Mali’s shaman-healers, used by everyone in a country where the life expectancy is just 48. A group of scientists and researchers have been working for some time with the healers to support and promote traditional medicine.

Length: 30 minutes
Editing: Walter Bencini
Production: Insekt Film
Produced by the ACRA NGO
Language: Italian/English
Year: 1999