On Becoming a Guinea Fowl Reviews

Can’t understand the culture

i absolutely loved this movie. there’s so much to talk & think through

An exploration of sexual abuse within a deeply misogynistic Zambian family. It’s a moving piece of film making, powerful with emotional weight. I also admire that it centers around the women’s experience.

7.5

Upsetting.

9/10

Great story of a younger woman who wants to break her family of a stigma hidden behind cultural norms

Very powerful and deeply affecting. It feels so personal, like a love letter to culture and a critique of its shortcomings. Amazing performances and great pacing. It was slow, but every scene felt intentional and well-crafted, creating a riveting story that makes you feel every moment.

a remarkably well-written and deceptively sad film that centers a zambian family and their troublesome history. the opening moments foreshadow its slow pace and rare moments of humor; smart and unique throughout with great performances