Cinema gives Ébinto, the novel that shaped generations, a new life
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- The Ivorian film adaptation of Amadou Koné’s novel Les Frasques d’Ébinto unveiled its teaser in Paris.
- The presentation brought together Côte d’Ivoire’s ambassador to France, the production team, media professionals, cultural figures and members of the Ivorian diaspora.
- Strong attendance, especially among young people, showed the project’s appeal as it connects literature with cinema and older readers with new generations.
From school desks to the cinema screen, Ébinto is preparing to open a new chapter. The film adaptation of Amadou Koné’s celebrated novel Les Frasques d’Ébinto unveiled its teaser in Paris this summer, reviving memories for generations of readers and heightening anticipation for the Ivorian production.
The official presentation took place in the presence of Maurice Kouakou Bandaman, Côte d’Ivoire’s ambassador to France, along with the production team, media professionals, cultural figures and many members of the Ivorian diaspora.
The strong turnout in the room, particularly among young people, reflected the interest surrounding the project. The response offered encouragement for a work that seeks to build a bridge between literature and cinema, childhood memories and new generations.
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