Xala (1975)

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Xala
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StarringThierno LeyeMyriam NiangSeune Samb
DirectorOusmane Sembène
WriterOusmane Sembène
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NR 2 hr 1 minOct 1st, 1975Comedy
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Plot
A rich businessman in Senegal is cursed with crippling erectile dysfunction upon the day of his marriage to his third wife; the only cure is brutal public humiliation.

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:October 1st, 1975
Original Language:Wolof
Production Companies:Ste. Me. Production du Senegal, Filmi Domirev
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weddingcursepolitical satirepolitical corruptionpolygamysenegalkarmaimpotencepublic humiliation

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