UW Cinematheque Presents 'Mami Wata: Art for Water Spirits'
Faro, Goddess of Water (Faro, la reine des eaux)
Event Details
Date
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Time
7:30 p.m.
Location
4070 Vilas Hall
Description
When Zenga, born out of wedlock and cast out from his village as a child, returns as a successful adult to seek the identity of his father and help his village modernize, many villagers believe he has angered the river goddess Faro and call for a sacrifice. Salif Traore weaves together drama and light comedy in crafting a beautiful debut feature about the clash of tradition and modernity. (France/Canada/Mali/Burkina Faso/Germany, 2007, 35mm, color, 96 min. In Bambara with English subtitles.)
Cost
Free
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