Using a mythic atmosphere and quasi-period costumes and sets, the film tells a parable of near-universal applicability about the corruption of power. One can see in this the story of Burma, for example, where gems are represented by sex, or where Aung San and his memory are represented by the Hunter. But because it was intended to tell the story of Mali, it confuses the non-African viewer with too many references. A second viewing is well worth it, especially if you try to see its parable-like nature.
Review of Guimba the Tyrant
