Xala
Title:
Xala
Author:
Sembène, Ousmane, 1923-
ISBN:
9781567304084
Publication Information:
New York, NY : New Yorker Video, c2005, c1974.
Physical Description:
1 videodisc (DVD) (123 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
General Note:
Inspired by the novel by Sembène Ousmane.
Abstract:
In a fictional African country, a rich, self-made businessman and member of the post-colonial ruling elite takes on a third wife to show the world his wealth, only to be stricken by a curse resulting in impotency. His efforts at getting cured lead to disasterous yet comical results.
Reading Level:
Censorship rating: 12 (UK, 21/2/06)
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