Lees Waxul
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In his village where bread is rare, Ousseynou, a former fisherman, finds fragile stability selling stale bread to support his family. But when his sister-in-law opens a traditional bakery, silent tensions arise. Her success threatens not only his small business, but also his sense of purpose and position in the household.
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Yoro Mbaye
Director
Yoro MBAYE is a Senegalese filmmaker and producer. His short films and documentaries explore social issues in Senegal and abroad. His recent work, “LEES WAXUL,” premiered in 2024. He also co-produced “La Nuit des Rois” and Alain Gomis’ “DAO,” and is developing his first feature, “Fagadaga.”
- Year
- 2024
- Runtime
- 21 minutes
- Country
- Senegal, France
- Language
- Wolof
- Director
- Yoro Mbaye
- Producer
- Diégane Niang, Yoro Mbaye
- Cast
- Alain Bernard Dieme, Alassane SY, Awa Diop, Fatou Binetou Kane, Ibrahima Ndiaye, Madjiguene Ndour, Mame Babacar Sene, Mame Thierno Diagne, Ngalandou Faye, Nayette Diop
- Cinematographer
- Téo Sizun
- Editor
- Moustapha Mbalo Dieng
- Composer
- Pedro Santiago
- Sound Design
- Mamadou Sane (Baye Darou)
- Music
- Pedro Santiago
- Premiere
- Philadelphia