Living in poverty and spending a fortune to look like a million dollars

The Congo Dandies

201526m

Documentary

“La Sape” is a unique movement based in Congo that unites fashion-conscious men who are ready to splurge money they don’t really have on designer clothes. Dressing in stark contrast with their surroundings, these elegant ambiance-makers become true local celebrities… but this fame comes at a price.

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Maxime Pivot

Himself

The Congo Dandies

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