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The journey of 26 royal treasures looted from the Kingdom of Dahomey, exhibited in Paris, now returned to Benin. Diop artistically expresses the demands of a new generation. World premiere on 18 February 2024 at the 74th Berlinale Film Festival. The documentary, elevated by poetic nuances, recounts the journey of historical artefacts returning from France to Benin. It highlights the debates among the Beninese on the significance of this event, displaying a broad spectrum of perspectives. Particularly captivating is the technique of narrating from the artefact’s point of view, adding depth and complexity to the audience’s understanding. From a technical point of view, the project is exceptionally well crafted, impressing with its image quality, thoughtful pacing and hypnotic sound. As a viewer from Europe, I felt a slight lack of explanation as to what modern Benin is like beyond its capital, which would have helped form an opinion on the discussions presented by the Beninese in the film. However, it’s clear that the filmmaker didn’t set out to offer a complete picture of the current state of the country. Check out the full lineup for the 62nd New York Film Festival this fall.
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