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Borom Sarret

Country: Senegal, Language: French, 20 mins

  • Director: Ousmane Sembene
  • Writer: Ousmane Sembene

CGiii Comment

This film was sent in by request.

We watched it and have no idea as to why...obviously, we're missing something!


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The(ir) Blurb...

Boron Sarret is arguably the first film made by a black African. It illustrates poverty in Senegal, particularly for the working man.

Cast & Characters

Ly Abdoulay as Le charretier;
Albourah as Le cheval