Damouré Zika
Born: 1924-01-01
Biography
Damouré Zika was a Nigerien traditional healer, broadcaster, and film actor. Coming from a long line of traditional healers in the Sorko ethnic group of western Niger, Zika appeared in many of the films of French director Jean Rouch, becoming one of Niger's first actors.
Known For
Hampi
Giraffe Football or “The Alternative”
The Mad Masters
The Lion Hunters
Babatou, Three Pieces of Advice
Mammy Water
The Exile
Jaguar
Toula, or the Genie of the Water
Cousin, cousine
Top Movie Credits
Hampi
Technical Advisor
The Mad Masters
Sound Recordist
The Lion Hunters
Assistant Director
Mammy Water
Sound Recordist