May 2003
U.S. Government Lowers Terrorism Alert Level - 2003-05-31
The U.S. government has lowered its terrorism alert level from orange to yellow, indicating a perceived decrease in immediate threats. This decision follows a reduction…
Which Fell First: Saddam or His Statue?
The article critiques those who claim to oppose dictatorship but fail to support democracy or its basic principles. It highlights the disconnect between these individuals…
Manager of Azadi Sports Complex: We Have No Issues with Family Attendance
Bahman Vaziri, the manager of Azadi Sports Complex, announced that the renovation of the stadium is nearing completion and that they are prepared to accommodate…
Zambizanga - 2003-05-08
The article discusses the film 'Zambizanga,' directed by Sarah Maldoror, which is significant for being one of the first films about African resistance and the…
Curse
The article discusses the film 'Xala' directed by Ousmane Sembene, which critiques post-colonial African society through the story of a businessman cursed with impotence. It…
Ceddo
"Ceddo" is a significant African film directed by Ousmane Sembène that explores the themes of tradition, religion, and political conflict through the story of a…
Emitai
The article discusses the film 'Emitai' directed by Ousmane Sembène, which portrays the resistance of the Diola tribe against French colonizers during World War II.…
Faat-Kine
The article discusses 'Faat-Kine,' a film by Ousmane Sembene that portrays the struggles of a modern woman in Senegal against patriarchal traditions while managing her…
Guelwaar
The film "Guelwaar" tells the story of the mysterious death of a prominent Senegalese political activist and humanitarian, whose body is mistakenly buried in a…
Mandabi
The article discusses the film 'Mandabi' directed by Ousmane Sembene, which explores the complexities of modern African life through the story of a man trying…
Camp De Thiaroye
Camp De Thiaroye is a film that depicts the plight of African soldiers in the French army after World War II, focusing on their abandonment…
Faces of Women
The article discusses the film 'Faces of Women' directed by Désirée Akhavan, which explores the intersections of feminism, economics, and tradition in modern Africa. It…