African film is undergoing a renaissance indeed. Really good things are happening. Last time we were talking about a new South African movie. This time, we are travelling to Ghana.New director Leila Djansi is creating an ambitious trilogy named Legion of Slaves. The first part of the series, titled I sing of a well was premiered in Ghana late in October. Hopefully, we will see a dvd soon.
Summary
the story is set in the ancient Ghana empire in the days of Mansa Musa, it tells of Soraya and Dume, two young lovers threatened by the arrogant Prince Wenambe who is basking in his new found throne and alliance with Mansa Musa, but is Mansa Musa really his friend or a slave raider himself in disguise and what happened to Dume? and why did Soraya marry Prince Wenambe?
Trailer:
Even more exciting? Jimmy Jean Louis of "Heroes" fame is going to narrate the first installment of the movie.
More info on the website and facebook page.
Early reviews are pretty encouraging.
It looks really good. I hope it delivers.
Will happily review it when I get my hands on it.
Ciao.
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