Sun Of The Soil ✭

Directed by Joe Penney and written by Ladan Osman, this 26-minute documentary is available on Netflix .

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 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. Directed by Joe Penney and written by Ladan

Ouologuem uses natural elements and performance art to bridge the gap between historical myth and modern Malian identity. Sun of The Soil, Mansa Musa and Another Faustian Bargain Mansa Musa and Another Faustian Bargain