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Philippe Lacote on the Power of Storytelling in Venice Horizons Film ‘Night of the Kings’

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Christopher Vourlias A young pickpocket is locked up amongst hardened criminals in the notorious MACA prison on the outskirts of Abidjan.

As a red moon rises, he’s chosen by the prison boss to be the new “Roman” who, in keeping with tradition, must tell a story to the other inmates.

Uncertain what grim fate awaits if he fails to keep them entertained, he begins to tell the tale of a legendary outlaw, knowing he has no choice but to make the story last until dawn.“Night of the Kings” is the sophomore feature from Ivorian director Philippe Lacôte, whose debut, “Run,” premiered in Cannes’ Un Certain Regard section in 2014.

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