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The Pirogue

Baye Laye is the captain of a fishing pirogue. Like many of his Senegalese compatriots, he sometimes dreams of new horizons, where he can earn a better living for his family. When he is offered to lead one of the many pirogues that head towards Europe via the Canary Island, he reluctantly accepts the job, knowing full-well the dangers that lie ahead. Leading a group of 30 men who don't all speak the same language, some of whom have never seen the sea, Baye Laye will confront many perils in order to reach the distant coasts of Europe.

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  • Souleymane Seye Ndiaye

    Souleymane Seye Ndiaye

  • Laïty Fall

    Laïty Fall

  • Malamine Drame

    Malamine Drame

  • Balla Diarra

    Balla Diarra

    Samba

  • Salif Jean Diallo

    Salif Jean Diallo

    Barry

  • Babacar Oualy

    Babacar Oualy

    Kaba

  • Mame Astou Diallo

    Mame Astou Diallo

    Nafy

  • Saikou Lô

    Saikou Lô

    Yaya

Overview

Baye Laye is the captain of a fishing pirogue. Like many of his Senegalese compatriots, he sometimes dreams of new horizons, where he can earn a better living for his family. When he is offered to lead one of the many pirogues that head towards Europe via the Canary Island, he reluctantly accepts the job, knowing full-well the dangers that lie ahead. Leading a group of 30 men who don't all speak the same language, some of whom have never seen the sea, Baye Laye will confront many perils in order to reach the distant coasts of Europe.

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