Movie
Where to Watch Xala (1976) in the US
- 1976
- Not Rated
- 2h 3m
- 6.7IMDb
- 91%Rotten Tomatoes
- 80Metascore
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What it's about
It is the dawn of Senegal's independence from France, but as the citizens celebrate in the streets we soon become aware that only the faces have changed. White money still controls the government. One official, Aboucader Beye, known by the title "El Hadji," takes advantage of some of that money to marry his third wife, to the sorrow and chagrin of his first two wives and the resentment of his nationalist daughter. But he discovers on his wedding night that he has been struck with a "xala," a curse of impotence. El Hadji goes to comic lengths to find the cause and remove the xala, resulting in a scathing satirical ending.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Ousmane Sembene
- Writer
- Ousmane Sembene
- Starring
- Thierno Leye, Myriam Niang, Seune Samb
Details
- Release date
- Mar 10, 1976
- Language
- French, Wolof
- Country
- Senegal
- Awards
- 1 win & 1 nomination total
Where to Watch Xala (1976) in the US — common questions
- Where to watch Xala in the United States?
- Xala is available with a subscription or to rent in the United States. Watch the movie with a subscription on The Criterion Channel (HD). Rent the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I stream Xala or do I have to rent it in the United States?
- Watch the movie with a subscription on The Criterion Channel (HD). Rent the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I watch Xala for free in the United States?
- We have not confirmed a free option for Xala in the United States.
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