Xala

In post-colonial Senegal, a businessman, El Hadj, arranges a second marriage to secure his social standing, only to find himself impotent on his wedding night. This 'xala' (curse) plunges him into a humiliating quest for a cure, revealing the hypocrisy and moral decay of the Senegalese elite.

Xala is widely regarded as a sharp and satirical critique of the corruption and disillusionment within the African bourgeoisie following independence. It is celebrated for its humor, its biting social commentary, and its bold exploration of post-colonial societal issues.

• Praised for its incisive satire and unflinching look at post-colonial African society.

• Applauded for its dark humor and clever subversion of traditional narrative.

• Recognized as a significant work of African cinema and social critique.

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The film's title, 'Xala', is a Wolof word meaning 'curse' or 'impotence', which serves as a central metaphor for the post-colonial socio-political impotence of the Senegalese elite depicted in the movie.