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Black Girl (1966) (1969) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained

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1969 · 65 min · French
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Directed by
Ousmane Sembene

A young woman from Senegal finds work as a maid for a French family, experiencing exploitation and mistreatment as she serves them. The film explores the challenges she faces due to cultural differences and economic inequality. Seeking to escape her circumstances and reclaim her dignity, she strives to build a new life while navigating a foreign environment and confronting systemic injustices.

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