Burning in the Sun

Burning in the Sun

2010 · 82 min · ★ 10.0 · Documentary

Daniel Dembélé wants to bring electricity to the rural households of Mali, 99% of which live without power. He returns to his homeland to build recycled solar panels. BURNING IN THE SUN explores the small steps that can change the destiny of a nation.

Directed by Cambria Matlow

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