Ghost Empire § Mauritius-Chagos

Overview

A dreamy, experimental documentary exploring the legacy of British colonialism in Mauritius and the Chagos Islands. It traces two constitutional challenges to colonial-era sodomy laws and the ongoing fight of displaced Chagossians to return home. As the criminalisation of LGBTQ+ lives collides with climate injustice and contested sovereignty, the film reveals how imperial power continues to shape legal systems, identities, and land rights. A haunting meditation on queer struggle, forced displacement, and the unfinished business of decolonisation.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

March 23, 2025

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Cast

Mufutau Yusuf

Director

Susan Thomson

Writer

Susan Thomson

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt37511883