Question 1

What historical achievement did Timbuktu make at the César Awards?

Accepted Answer

In 2015, Timbuktu became the first film shot in Mauritania by a Mauritanian director to win at the César Awards, setting the record for the African film with the most awards ever by winning seven awards out of eight nominations.

Question 2

How was the scene where a cow is killed with a spear filmed without harming the animal?

Accepted Answer

The cow was sedated under veterinary supervision, and the spear was added digitally in post-production, ensuring no harm came to the animal.

Question 3

What Oscar milestone did Timbuktu achieve for Mauritania?

Accepted Answer

Timbuktu was Mauritania's first ever submission to the Academy Awards' best foreign language film category and their first Oscar nomination ever.

Question 4

Which major film festivals featured Timbuktu in 2014?

Accepted Answer

Timbuktu was featured at the Cannes Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, New York Film Festival, AFI Fest, and BFI London Film Festival in 2014.

Question 5

What central conflict drives the story in Timbuktu?

Accepted Answer

Outside Timbuktu, militant Islamic rebels impose Sharia law on civilians, disrupting daily life, while a cattleman kills a fisherman.

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