Itto (1934)
Overview
Filmed in French Morocco, Itto's dialogue is spoken primarily in the tribal Chleuh language. The jingoistic story concerns a series of clashes between French occupational forces and a rebellious Chleuh chieftain. Itto (Simone Berriau), chief's daughter, becomes embroiled in a romance with a Moroccan tribesman who has gone over to the French side. It is implied in Itto that it's okay to betray one's own people if it will preserve French colonialism in Africa. To modern viewers, the rampant chauvinism in Itto is a difficult pill to swallow.
Cast
Simone Bourday
Françoise
Pauline Carton
Tante Anna
Sylvette Fillacier
La blédarde
Camille Bert
Le colonel
Henri Debain
Sergent
Léon Arvel
