Yeelen
dir. Souleymane Cissé · 1987
The struggle for self-discovery and the quest for personal power often lead to conflict with familial ties and societal expectations.
A young man named Nianankoro embarks on a quest to seek help from his uncle in order to confront his sorcerer father. As he traverses the landscapes of Mali, the film immerses viewers in a world where magic intertwines with reality, revealing the complexities of familial bonds and cultural heritage.
A young man with magical powers journeys to his uncle to request help in fighting his sorcerer father.
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