Xalé

Directed by Moussa Sène Absa

Senegal
2022, 101 min

Awa, a Senegalese teenager, navigates family turmoil after her uncle’s marriage ends in tragedy. This emotionally layered story combines griot traditions, flashforwards, and realism to explore abuse, justice, and hope, offering a poignant, culturally rooted tale of strength and survival in difficult circumstances.

Wolof, French / English subtitles

Talkback Session: Experience the artistry of visionary director Moussa Sène Absa,
in-person, in a discussion and Q&A immediately after this screening.

Country Notes: Senegal

 

Friday, February 14, 2025 | 7:00pm
Hollywood Theatre

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