Karmen Geï
2001, NR, 86 min.
Directed by Joseph Gaï Ramaka, Starring Djeïnaba Diop Gaï, Magaye Niang, Stephanie Biddle, Thierno Ndiaye.
This Sengalese film tells the story of Carmen (popularized through Bizet’s opera), who dances, loves, and fights her way through life, attracting both male and female suitors.
This article appears in February 11 • 2005.
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