Money, Freedom, a Story of CFA Franc (2022)

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The former French colonies in Central and West Africa have been independent since 1960, but most of these countries still use the currency of the former oppressor: the CFA franc. It was linked to the French franc when it was introduced, so the national bank in Paris controlled monetary policy. Now the currency has a fixed exchange rate with the euro. The link with the European currency strongly influences the monetary policy of CFA countries. And that means the value of the CFA franc is defined by political decisions taken elsewhere, rather than by the domestic economy.

Director: Katy Lena Ndiaye
Genre: Documentary, History
Runtime: 102 min
Release Date:
Music: Irina Prieto Botella
Cinematography: Fabacary Coly, Oumar Bâ
Editing: Simon Arazi
Production: Tact Production, Indigo Mood Films, Neon Rouge Production, Film Five
Country: Belgium, France, Germany, Senegal
Language: Français, Wolof
Original Language: fr

Keywords

money, french colonialism, french colony, insurance money, testimony, occupied territories, liberated territories

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Money, Freedom, a Story of CFA Franc about?
The former French colonies in Central and West Africa have been independent since 1960, but most of these countries still use the currency of the former oppressor: the CFA franc. It was linked to the French franc when it was introduced, so the national bank in Paris controlled monetary policy. Now the currency has a fixed exchange rate with the euro. The link with the European currency strongly influences the monetary policy of CFA countries. And that means the value of the CFA franc is defined by political decisions taken elsewhere, rather than by the domestic economy.
Who directed Money, Freedom, a Story of CFA Franc?
Money, Freedom, a Story of CFA Franc was directed by Katy Lena Ndiaye.
How long is Money, Freedom, a Story of CFA Franc?
Money, Freedom, a Story of CFA Franc has a runtime of 1h 42m (102 minutes).
What genre is Money, Freedom, a Story of CFA Franc?
Money, Freedom, a Story of CFA Franc is a Documentary, History film.
Where was Money, Freedom, a Story of CFA Franc produced?
Money, Freedom, a Story of CFA Franc was produced in Belgium, France, Germany, Senegal.