---
title: "Xala"
year: 1975
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/xala-1975"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 76636
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 121
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Xala (1975) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/xala-1975

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Xala is a film first released in 1975. Catalogued under Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Ste. Me. Production du Senegal, Filmi Domirev. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A wealthy businessman in Senegal faces a sudden curse on his wedding day."

### Why Watch
- features a unique comedic premise
- explores an unusual curse and its cure

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited plot details are provided in the available text
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains adult themes regarding erectile dysfunction and marriage.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/xala-1975#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ousmane Sembène
- **Networks / Studios**: Ste. Me. Production du Senegal, Filmi Domirev

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Thierno Leye** as *Hadji Aboucader Beye*
- **Myriam Niang** as *Rama (as Miriam Niang)*
- **Seune Samb** as *Adja Assatu, Beye's wife*
- **Fatim Diagne** as *Saleslady / Secretary*
- **Younousse Sèye** as *Aram, Second Wife*
- **Mustapha Ture** as *The Client*
- **Iliamane Sagna** as *Modu, El Hadji's chauffeur*
- **Dieynaba Niang** as *La Badiene*
- **Makhouredia Gueye** as *Minister Kebe*
- **Farba Sarr** as *Business Man*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Xala released?
The film was released in 1975.

### Q: Where does the story take place?
The story takes place in Senegal.

### Q: What is the main character's profession?
The main character is a rich businessman.

### Q: What curse does the protagonist suffer from?
He is cursed with crippling erectile dysfunction.

### Q: What is the only cure for the curse?
The only cure is brutal public humiliation.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Xala — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/76636)

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