Focusing on the diverse cinematic landscape of French-speaking countries beyond France, this book explores the unique identities and themes represented in films from Belgium, Switzerland, Quebec, the Caribbean, the Maghreb, and sub-Saharan Africa. It analyzes individual filmmakers and their works, highlighting their specific cultural contexts while bridging gaps often created by race, gender, and genre. Detailed examinations of key films within their historical settings facilitate comparative studies across this rich and varied film corpus.
