Corruption and impotence in a nutshell.
Ousmane hilariously lampoons the layering of western cultural standards over those native to Senegal. Through Xala we are exposed to Ousmane's views of colonialism's lingering effects on family and societal systems. Adapting his own work, Ousmane is able to control the fidelity of the adaptation without outside influence, leaving us with an overarching theme; when it comes to the capitalist assimilation of culture and governance, there is only impotence.
Dir. Ousmane Sembène (1975); Senegal; Wolof, French; 121 min
Programmed by Isaac Odai
Friday, April 25 at 6:00 PM & 8:30 PM
Saturday, April 26 at 6:00 PM & 8:30 PM
Sunday, April 27 at 3:00 PM