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202055 minPGdocumentary

Me

202055 minPGdocumentary

Two young women in Senegal compete for recognition in male-dominated fields: a rapper in Dakar and a wrestler in the south.

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Sandra Krampelhuber

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Two young women in Senegal compete for recognition in male-dominated fields: a rapper in Dakar and a wrestler in the south.

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Sandra Krampelhuberdirector

Astou "Toussa" Gueyecast

Jeannette "Emodj" Samboucast

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In Dakar, rapper Toussa crafts visionary lyrics that challenge societal norms. Meanwhile, in southern Senegal, wrestler Emodj trains rigorously for success in a sport dominated by men. Both women confront the obstacles of a patriarchal society as they seek victory and recognition in their respective fields. Their stories intertwine through a battle of words and physical prowess, reflecting their determination to carve out space for themselves in male-dominated arenas.

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