Ababacar Samb-makharam - Jom (1982) -

While celebrated for its vivid pageantry and intensity, some critics have noted that the film "cherry-picks" historical figures. For instance, the historical Prince Dieri was also a known slave trader, a detail the film omits to maintain its allegorical focus on anti-colonialism. About the Director

At the heart of the film is the belief that is the source of all virtues. Samb-Makharam defines it as: Ababacar Samb-Makharam - Jom (1982)

A resistance to humiliation and lies. Courage: The bravery to stand up against oppression. Loyalty: Fidelity to one's commitments and community. Narrative Structure and Key Stories While celebrated for its vivid pageantry and intensity,