Black Venus(2010)
Overview
The true story of Saartje Baartman, a black South African worker who moves to London with her master in the early 19th century. Although she dreams of being an artist, once in Europe she is exploited as a sideshow attraction due to her large buttocks and genitalia.
Director
Abdellatif Kechiche
Studio
MK2 Films
Cast
Yahima Torres
as Saartjie Baartman
André Jacobs
as Hendrick Caezar
Olivier Gourmet
as Réaux
Elina Löwensohn
as Jeanne
François Marthouret
as Georges Cuvier
Michel Gionti
as Jean Baptiste-Berré
Jean-Christophe Bouvet
as Charles Mercailler
Jonathan Pienaar
as Alexander Dunlop
Rémi Martin
as First brothel's customer
Jean-Jacques Moreau
as Henri de Blainville
Cyril Favre
as Senior Naturalist Assistant
Dominique Ratonnat
as Senior Naturalist Assistant
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2010
Runtime
2h 39m
Language
Afrikaans
Rating
6.6 / 10
Production Companies
MK2 Films • France 2 Cinéma • Artémis Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Black Venus?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Black Venus (2010).
What is Black Venus about?▼
The true story of Saartje Baartman, a black South African worker who moves to London with her master in the early 19th century. Although she dreams of being an artist, once in Europe she is exploited as a sideshow attraction due to her large buttocks and genitalia.
Who directed Black Venus?▼
Black Venus was directed by Abdellatif Kechiche and released in 2010. It is a history, drama film.
How long is Black Venus?▼
Black Venus has a runtime of 2 hours and 39 minutes (159 minutes total).
Who stars in Black Venus?▼
The cast of Black Venus includes Yahima Torres as Saartjie Baartman, André Jacobs as Hendrick Caezar, Olivier Gourmet as Réaux, Elina Löwensohn as Jeanne, François Marthouret as Georges Cuvier and more.
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