This three-film collection offers a direct entry point into the history and legacy of colonialism in Africa through literature and film. Centered on the work of Frantz Fanon and Mongo Beti, it connects political thought, literary critique, and lived experience to show how colonial systems shaped identity, culture, and resistance.
Frantz Fanon: His Life, His Struggle, His Work introduces one of the most influential voices on decolonization. On the Traces of Cruel City revisits the world of Mongo Beti, grounding his writing in the realities of Cameroon, past and present. Congo: White King, Red Rubber, Black Death exposes the violence and economic exploitation at the core of colonial rule in Central Africa.
Together, these films provide a clear, accessible framework for understanding how colonial histories were constructed—and how they continue to be challenged through writing and cinema. Ideal for classroom use, the collection supports discussion on power, representation, and the role of culture in shaping historical narratives.
The collection includes:
• Frantz Fanon: His Life, His Struggle, His Work
• Following the Footsteps of Ville Cruelle
• Congo: White King, Red Rubber, Black Death
Purchase gives streaming access (PPR) to all three films.
