Sun Of The Soil Apr 2026
The film follows Malian artist Abdou Ouologuem as he attempts to uncover the true story of Mansa Musa, the ruler of the Mali Empire often cited as the richest person in history.
It addresses the "void of written records" and the erasure of African history caused by colonial invasion. The film weaves together historical inquiry with contemporary performance art pieces illustrating key moments of Musa’s reign. Sun of the Soil
Ouologuem uses natural elements and performance art to bridge the gap between historical myth and modern Malian identity. Sun of The Soil, Mansa Musa and Another Faustian Bargain The film follows Malian artist Abdou Ouologuem as
It explores conflicting accounts of Musa’s rise to power, specifically whether he was framed for his mother's death by a rival family to discredit his legacy. Ouologuem uses natural elements and performance art to
Directed by Joe Penney and written by Ladan Osman, this 26-minute documentary is available on Netflix .
