Dima’s analysis, available through Indiana University Press and Project MUSE , suggests that "listening" to African cinema provides a deeper understanding of its affective and political dimensions. Sonic Space in Djibril Diop Mambety's Films
: By blending West African oral traditions with Western filmmaking techniques—such as nonsynchronous sound and eclectic musical scores—he resists "calcified" Western storytelling. Sonic Space in Djibril Diop Mambety’s Films
Mambety is renowned for his experimental use of soundscapes to challenge traditional cinematic narratives and decolonize African aesthetics. Key elements of this "sonic space" include: Sonic Space in Djibril Diop Mambety’s Films