On Becoming a Guinea Fowl explores the struggles of Zambian women against patriarchal structures and generational trauma. Centered around Shula and her family, it begins with a surreal opening scene that hints at deeper societal critiques. The narrative unfolds during an extended funeral for Shula's uncle Fred, revealing a disturbing pattern of male violence as members of the family confront uncomfortable truths. Women bear the brunt of grief and responsibility while men indulge in apathy, showcasing the persistent harm that patriarchal customs inflict on women's lives.
The film serves as an emotional exploration of how entrenched patriarchal norms can perpetuate cycles of trauma and silence among women in a Zambian context.
Nyoni artfully weaves a narrative that, while steeped in the tradition of her culture, boldly confronts and critiques the painful legacy of male dominance.
Collection
[
|
...
]