Plot
Senegalese pop sensation Youssou Ndour has spent the last 20 years in the spotlight as a world-renowned musician and the iconic representative "voice of Africa." At the height of his career, Youssou became frustrated by the negative perception of his Muslim faith and composed Egypt, a deeply spiritual album dedicated to a more tolerant view of Islam. The album's brave musical message was wholeheartedly embraced by Western audiences but ignited serious religious controversy in his homeland of Senegal. The film chronicles the difficult journey Youssou must undertake to assume his true calling.
Written by
Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi
Directed by
Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi
Crew
Production Countries
Senegal, Egypt, France, United States of America
Production Companies
57th & Irving Productions, Groovy Griot, Little Monster Films
Languages
Wolof, English, Français
Awards
2 wins & 2 nominations