TRAIN OF SALT AND SUGAR
Director: Licínio Azevedo A release for Juno Films Theatrical release: June 29, 2018A poignant portrait of the toll wartime violence and political tension has on humanity. This electric and visually stunning film set in the 1980s during the brutal Mozambique civil war was directed by Licinio Azevedo, and was Mozambique’s 2018 Oscar submission. Azevedo’s approach is at once breathtaking and subtle—weaving evocative and intricate portraits of each of his characters.
A striking, beautifully shot western-style journey through war-torn Mozambique.The Guardian
Effectively balances human drama with the harsh realities of its setting.Variety