Directed by Thierry Siegfried Bugaud and supported by CANAL+ Impact, the award-winning documentary-fiction African Glory tells the incredible journey of Emperor Aboubakar II, who is said to have crossed the Atlantic in 1311, nearly two centuries before Christopher Columbus, with a fleet of 2,000 ships. Through this documentary, the director and narrator, Cheick Tidiane Seck, aim to restore the place of a frequently forgotten African history.
Narrator Cheick Tidiane Seck emphasized the importance of telling marginalized stories, calling for a reassessment of traditional historical narratives. The film was praised for its original approach, blending oral history and scientific research, as well as for its contribution to the promotion of African heritage.
