Very good acting from top to bottom, and rich, interesting ideological and cultural thematics, elevate this underrated entry in the 1970s cycle of Black Cinema (especially underrated on IMDb, but somewhat less so on Letterboxd). The pacing is good, and a soft jazz and funk soundtrack are a constant presence.
While I can't claim to completely understand the logic of the ending, everything relates to a fascinating clash between the conflicted African American adoption of the colonizing forces of Christianity and ancestral religious practices and beliefs. Lord Shango is a must-see for anyone interested in 1970s Black Cinema or who values Black Cinema in general.
While I can't claim to completely understand the logic of the ending, everything relates to a fascinating clash between the conflicted African American adoption of the colonizing forces of Christianity and ancestral religious practices and beliefs. Lord Shango is a must-see for anyone interested in 1970s Black Cinema or who values Black Cinema in general.