Not just a magical realist film, but a magical one too.
The created atmosphere is tangible, the rhythm of the film is tight, the acting is natural, the setting is simple and symbolic, the movements of both camera and people are horrifically fluid.
Full review at https://www.pgabor.com/2021/05/17/rules-and-beliefs-thoughts-on-la-nuit-des-rois-cote-divoire-2020/