The story follows a young man who is sent to , an Ivorian prison ruled by its inmates rather than guards. Upon his arrival, the prison's leader, known as the "Boss," designates him the new "Roman" during the rising of a red moon. Under the threat of death, he is tasked with telling a story to the other prisoners that must last the entire night.
The protagonist recounts the legend of a legendary outlaw named Zama King, blending history and myth through a performance that incorporates song, dance, and ritual. Release Date: February 26, 2021 (Digital/VOD). Director: Philippe Lacôte. Night of the Kings (2021)
Reviewers from Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic praised it as an "almost mythical" celebration of imagination that feels unlike contemporary cinema. The story follows a young man who is