Overview

Quartier Mozart recounts the rite of passage of a mischievous young girl from a poor African neighbourhood who is transformed into a man by a benevolent witch. In her new guise, she is challenged by other young men to court the daughter of a tyrannical policeman. Combining westernised characters with African storytelling, this comedic film offers a satirical look at the village and its many eccentric characters .

Screening Information

Quartier Mozart (1992)
Director: Jean-Pierre Bekolo
Cameroon
Narrative | 80 minutes
French with English subtitles

The Autumn Film Series, taking place on 11 and 18 November 2022, explores the practice and cultural relevance of witchcraft in three parts of the world: the United States, Cameroon and Finland. Although films about witches are seen by many as mere escapism, these narratives not only entertain but also raise important issues around gender and power.

Details about the full programme can be found here.

Quartier Mozart begins at 10:00 pm on Friday, 11 November in the open-air Mirage City Cinema, Al Mureijah Square.