Abderrahmane Sissako's playful film follows a filmmaker returning to his father's Malian village, as the world passes in a slow, funny, radio-filled rhythm. Gentle and wry, it is a charming, poetic essay on globalisation and home.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.

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IMDb: 6.8 / 10 (443 votes)
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