Xala(1975)
Synopsis
A rich businessman in Senegal is cursed with crippling erectile dysfunction upon the day of his marriage to his third wife; the only cure is brutal public humiliation.
Directed by Ousmane Sembène
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Cast
Thierno Leye
Hadji Aboucader Beye
Myriam Niang
Rama (as Miriam Niang)
Seune Samb
Adja Assatu, Beye's wife
Fatim Diagne
Saleslady / Secretary
Younousse Sèye
Aram, Second Wife
Mustapha Ture
The Client
Iliamane Sagna
Modu, El Hadji's chauffeur
Dieynaba Niang
La Badiene
Makhouredia Gueye
Minister Kebe
Farba Sarr
Business Man
Mamadou Sarr
Business Man
Farba Sarr
Businessman
Mamadou Sarr
Businessman
Abdoulaye Seck
Businessman
Douta Seck
Gorgui
Youssou N'Dour
Star Band de Dakar
Magaye Niang
Pickpocket (uncredited)
Xala — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Xala?+
Xala is available to stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Xala come out?+
Xala was released in 1975.
How long is Xala?+
Xala runs for 121 minutes (2 hours and 1 minutes).
Who directed Xala?+
Xala was directed by Ousmane Sembène.
Who stars in Xala?+
Xala stars Thierno Leye, Myriam Niang, Seune Samb, Fatim Diagne and Younousse Sèye.
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