A Nation is Born
At the dawn of the newly independent Senegal, its son Paulin Soumanou Vierya crafted this love letter for the country and recounted its history from colonialism to autonomy. In doing so, he illustrates the hope that comes with postcolonial beginnings.
Director: Paulin Soumanou Vierya
Year: 1961
Genre: Documentary
Type: Short
Link: https://www.criterionchannel.com/a-nation-is-born