Sun Of The Soil Apr 2026

It explores conflicting accounts of Musa’s rise to power, specifically whether he was framed for his mother's death by a rival family to discredit his legacy.

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

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. It explores conflicting accounts of Musa’s rise to