From the very beginning, this film had me hooked. The plot unfolded in such an unexpected and captivating way, every scene kept surprising me. What really stood out was how humor was used so naturally throughout, even when the story dealt with such serious themes. It made the film feel real, like watching moments you’ve heard whispered about in our own families and communities.
As a Bemba, I found myself deeply moved. There was something about the storytelling, the tone, the silences, and the expressions that stirred a kind of richness inside me. It felt close to home. The film bravely touches on how men often get away with violating young women, and how families sometimes bury those truths instead of confronting them. It was aggravating, yes, but necessary. I’m really glad they shone a light on that.
The ending left me conflicted though, I couldn’t quite tell if it was meant to be confusing or just open-ended. Maybe it was intentional, to keep us thinking long after the credits rolled. Either way, it lingered with me.
Overall, On Becoming a Guinea Fowl is powerful, beautifully made, and so deeply Zambian in its spirit. I truly loved it and I hope we get to see more films like this that tell our stories with such honesty and art. Highly recommend!
That’s all for today!
Have you seen this one yet?
I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments below, I’m always to hear your thoughts.
Until next time,
Natu Shimike ~ Kalaba 🌸
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