"Wend Kuuni"
1982
Directed by Gaston Kabore

The measured rhythms and formal compositions of African oral traditions give shape to this metaphoric film about Mossi values. A young mute boy, orphaned when his mother refuses to marry, is found and adopted by a village, which names him "Wend Kuuni," or "God's Gift." This remarkable film won a Cesar and numerous other international awards. More with English subtitles.  70 minutes.