Daughters of the Dust

Oh boy. Daughters of the Dust is... Well, let's just say it's an acquired taste. Much like eating live insects or putting one's tongue in a light socket. I will say it's impressive how a movie that has a plot that moves forward can make you feel like absolutely nothing is happening.

Daughters of the Dust is the story of the Peazant family's crossing to the mainland. Well, actually that's not true. It's the story of the Peazant family preparing to cross to the mainland. It has some interesting dynamics, mostly around the friction between the old African ways and the new (Christian) ones. There's also some young vs. old dynamics in terms of the family itself. There's also an unborn child running around (which you might think would be exciting, but you would be wrong). There's a lot of dialogue, some unexplained visuals, and then more dialogue. Also, flute music.

I know there are people out there who can sit an enjoy this type of film, but I'm not one of them. One out of five if only because I can never have that piece of my life back. Normally I have some sort of witty warning here, but no one who is used to American film styles (and you all are) should try to watch this.