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Black Venus

Black Venus

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Vénus noire
  • Genres: History, Drama
  • Release Date: 2010-10-27
  • Runtime: 159 minutes
  • Rating: 6.6/10 (115 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: MK2 Films, France 2 Cinéma, Artémis Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.8389
  • Languages: Afrikaans, English, French, Dutch

Cast & Crew

Yahima Torres

Yahima Torres

as Saartjie Baartman

André Jacobs

André Jacobs

as Hendrick Caezar

Elina Löwensohn

Elina Löwensohn

as Jeanne

Olivier Gourmet

Olivier Gourmet

as Réaux

François Marthouret

François Marthouret

as Georges Cuvier

Mirabelle Kirkland

Mirabelle Kirkland

as The first prostitute of the tavern

Karen Smit

Karen Smit

as The second prostitute in the tavern

Myriam Vanhove

Myriam Vanhove

as The third prostitute of the brothel

Laetitia Vitteau

Laetitia Vitteau

as The fourth prostitute in the brothel

Calypso Baquey

Calypso Baquey

as The fifth prostitute of the brothel

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Black Venus - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

london, englandfranceparis, francebrothelsouth africapneumoniadomestic liferacismpovertyprostitutionhumiliationexhibitionaristocratcolonialismanatomistafrican womansexually transmitted disease

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Black Venus?

Black Venus is a History, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2010-10-27.

Who are the main actors in Black Venus?

The main cast includes Yahima Torres, André Jacobs, Elina Löwensohn, Olivier Gourmet, François Marthouret, .

Where can I watch Black Venus online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Black Venus is available.

Is Black Venus based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Black Venus?

Black Venus has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 115 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Black Venus?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Black Venus?

The soundtrack was composed by MK2 Films, France 2 Cinéma, Artémis Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Black Venus filmed?

Black Venus was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Black Venus?

The total runtime of Black Venus is 159 minutes.

Is Black Venus suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Black Venus?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Black Venus.

Does Black Venus have a post-credit scene?

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