Xala

Name: Xala
Released: 1975-10-01
Rating: 6.87

6.9/10 (46)

·1975· 121 min

Director: Ousmane Sembène

A rich businessman in Senegal is cursed with crippling erectile dysfunction upon the day of his marriage to his third wife; the only cure is brutal public humiliation.

Where to Watch

Criterion Channel

Trailer

Cast

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Thierno Leye

Hadji Aboucader Beye

Myriam Niang

Rama (as Miriam Niang)

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Seune Samb

Adja Assatu, Beye's wife

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Fatim Diagne

Saleslady / Secretary

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Younousse Sèye

Aram, Second Wife

Mustapha Ture

The Client

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Iliamane Sagna

Modu, El Hadji's chauffeur

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Dieynaba Niang

La Badiene

Makhouredia Gueye

Minister Kebe

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Farba Sarr

Business Man

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Mamadou Sarr

Business Man

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Farba Sarr

Businessman

In brief

Xala (1975) is a comedy film. With an average rating of 6.9/10 from 46 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 2h 1min. You can stream it on: Criterion Channel.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Xala online?

Xala is available on the following streaming services: Criterion Channel. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.

How long is Xala?

Xala runs 121 minutes (2h 1min).

What rating does Xala have?

Xala has an average rating of 6.9/10 based on 46 viewer votes on TMDB.

What year is Xala from?

Xala was released in 1975.