THEME EXPLORATION
cultural practices
44 films · 2 directors
Tracing the thread…
DIRECTORS WHO EXPLORE THIS
Ousmane Sembène
Senegal
He pioneered African cinema by documenting and critiquing traditional cultural practices, colonialism's impact, and the negotiation between modernity and heritage in post-colonial societies.
Hirokazu Kore-eda JapanHis films deeply examine Japanese cultural rituals, family traditions, and social conventions, revealing how cultural practices define relationships and personal identity.