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Women Cars Villas Money
Ali is the image of modern Africa. He happily returns from a football match on his motorbike but a nasty surprise is waiting for him at his parents' home: he finds Haoua, his bride-to-be, waiting for him. The wedding is celebrated shortly afterwards and the two begin living together under the same roof. They are strangers but cannot stand each other. Haoua is the classic traditional woman who has just arrived from the village, God-fearing and faithful to the laws of tradition. Ali's friends advise him to look for a second wife. He meets Henriette, an uninhibited and provocative city girl, the woman of his dreams. To meet Henriette's constant requests, Ali 'borrows' some money from the coffers of commander Soleymane, but he is discovered and ends up in prison. Henriette is furious and leaves him, whilst Haoua cries for him in despair.
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Plot Summary
This short documentary explores the extravagant lifestyles of the wealthy in the early 1970s, focusing on their possessions such as women, cars, villas, and money. It offers a glimpse into a world of opulence and material indulgence.
Critical Reception
As a short documentary from 1972, specific critical reception is scarce. However, films of this nature often served as observational pieces on societal trends and wealth.
What Reviewers Say
Offers a stark look at conspicuous consumption.
An interesting artifact of early 1970s materialism.
Google audience: Audience reviews are not widely available for this specific short documentary.
Fun Fact
The documentary was produced by Wolper Productions, known for its educational and documentary films during that era.
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