This very beautiful and rich in color fable tells us about a young couple who live in a primitive Senegalese village and apparently have been in love with each other since they were kids. Without knowing that, Banel is a desperate female rights activist for herself: she's ambitious, rebellious, direct, honest and strong. However, Adama though sharing Babel's vision is more subjected by what customs dictate to him. Additionally, the village (as well as the world) is facing a climate crisis so decisions have to be made now. The cattle die of scorching heat, food and water is scarce. The villagers find their salvation in a Muslim prayer, but will it help?
The film brings up a lot of modern topical issues regardless of the fact that the village community dwells in the old times.
Who will hear Babel's voice? Won't it be too late?
The film brings up a lot of modern topical issues regardless of the fact that the village community dwells in the old times.
Who will hear Babel's voice? Won't it be too late?