The film's domestic theatrical release in Central African Republic was disrupted as the only cinema in the country was closed at that time.[1] The film was officially selected to be screened in few film festivals and opened to generally positive reviews from critics. The film was premiered at the Planet Africa section of the 2003 Toronto International Film Festival.[9] It was also selected to be screened as a part of the Directors' Fortnight section of the 2003 Cannes Film Festival.[10] The film also received special mention at the 2003 Festival International du Film Francophone de Namur (FIFF).[11]