Banel & Adama
Ramata-Toulaye Sy / FR, SN, ML, QA, 2023 / 87 min.
When Adama’s twin brother dies, he has to take over the role of head of the village; but he’d rather be with Banel, the woman who loves him – the couple soon find themselves in conflict with the village community. This feature debut by French Senegalese filmmaker Ramata-Toulaye Sy is both enchanting and poignant.
A village in Northern Senegal, during a time of extreme drought. When Banel’s husband has a fatal accident, his twin brother Adama has to take his place as head of the village. But Adama loses himself in Banel’s love; she still adores her first love, Adama. The village community turns against the couple, who put their passion above their social obligations.
Details
Director
Ramata-Toulaye Sy
Production year
2023
Country
FR, SN, ML, QA
Original title
Banel e Adama
Length
87 min.
Subtitles
NLD or ENG
Format
DCP
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