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Aboubakar et moi (Chronique d'un confinement)
During the first confinement of 2020, Rémi, a versatile queer artist, met a young Ivorian, Aboubakar, who was sleeping on the street at Saint-Charles station in Marseille. Finding him rather lively, intelligent and funny, he suggests that he move into his home, a modest 18 m2 studio with a balcony. Rémi doesn't take long to flirt with the young man more and more openly. Will Aboubakar give in to the insistent advances of this man whose sexuality and way of life are in every way different from his?
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Plot Summary
This documentary offers an intimate look into the lives of Mamadou and Aboubakar Dia during their confinement. It explores their daily routines, their relationship, and the personal reflections that emerge from being isolated together. The film captures the subtle nuances of their interactions and the profound emotional landscape of their shared experience.
Critical Reception
The film has been noted for its personal and intimate portrayal of confinement and the complexities of familial relationships within such circumstances. It has been praised for its sincerity and its ability to capture universal themes through a specific, private lens.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its deeply personal and authentic exploration of confinement.
Appreciated for its honest depiction of family dynamics under duress.
Seen as a poignant reflection on human connection and resilience.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's emotional resonance and its ability to connect with viewers on a personal level, particularly those who experienced similar forms of isolation. The authenticity of the relationship portrayed is frequently mentioned as a key strength.
Fun Fact
The film was shot during the COVID-19 pandemic, capturing the immediate impact of global lockdowns on the filmmakers' personal lives.
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