Sun Of The Soil May 2026

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.

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. 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 It addresses the "void of written records" and