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Selbe: One Among Many

Selbe: One Among Many

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Status

Released

Release Date

May 22, 1983

Runtime

0h 33m

Genres

Documentary

Original Title

Selbé et tant d'autres

Director

Safi Faye

Description

This revealing documentary offers a rare view of daily life in West Africa. Shot in Senegal, Selbe focuses on the social role and economic responsibility of women in African society. Because men often leave their communities to earn money in the city, women are left with sole responsibility for their families. Through the character of Selbe we observe how one woman's personal struggle reflects the broader issues faced by many women in developing countries.