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 | Description: | Three-disc set includes: Emitaď (1971)During World War II, Vichy France wasn't shy about conscripting soldiers from it's colonies, or levying oppressive taxes upon them. As the residents of a Jola village hide their rice and pursue active resistance, the collaborationist military pushes back violently... and the fall of the Axis might not save the Senegalese from retribution. Ousmane Sembčne's sobering opus stars Robert Fontaine, Michel Remaudeau. 103 min. In Wolof and French with English subtitles. C/Rtg: NR Xala (1975)For prosperous and corrupt Senegalese businessman El Hadji Abdoukader Beye (Thierno Leye), the wedding night with his third wife didn't, shall we say, go as planned. Convinced he's been hexed by one of his exes, his bid to cure his sudden impotence might just bring additional humiliation. Ousmane Sembčne's sly satire, adapted from his own 1973 novel, also stars Seune Samb, Younouss Seye, Myriam Niang. 123 min. In Wolof and French with English subtitles. C/Rtg: NR Ceddo (1977)In the 18th century, when a regional Senegalese king (Matoura Dia) sought to enforce his people's conversion to Islam, the warrior sect known as the Ceddo refused... and kidnapped the regent's daughter (Tabata Ndiaye) in protest. The rebellion wasn't appreciated by the local imam, who sought violent reprisal against them. Ousmane Sembčne's controversial historical opus also stars Moustapha Yade, Alioune Fall. 120 min. In Wolof and French with English subtitles. C/Rtg: NR Widescreen; Soundtracks: Wolof and French; Subtitles: English; featurettes. In Wolof and French with English subtitles.Discover "Three Revolutionary Films By Ousmane Sembene," a remarkable DVD collection from Criterion Collection, celebrating the pioneering works of one of Africa?s most influential filmmakers. This set includes three groundbreaking films?"Black Girl" (La Noire de...), "Mandabi," and "Xala." Each film explores themes of colonialism, identity, and social justice with powerful storytelling and vivid imagery. The Criterion Collection is renowned for its dedication to preserving important classic and contemporary cinema in high-quality editions enriched with insightful bonus materials.
Ousmane Sembene, often hailed as the father of African cinema, was a Senegalese director whose work has inspired generations. His debut feature "Black Girl" won international acclaim for its bold critique of post-colonial society. Notable actors featured across these films include Mbissine Thérèse Diop ("Black Girl"), Makhouredia Gueye ("Mandabi"), and Thierno Leye ("Xala"). These performers brought depth to their roles, contributing significantly to the global recognition of African cinema. |  | Manufacturer No.: |
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