Restless City

A young Senegalese immigrant, Djibril, navigates the cutthroat art world of New York City in pursuit of success. He gets entangled in the illicit trade of counterfeit art, forcing him to confront his ambitions and the moral compromises he must make. As his desperation grows, he finds himself in increasingly dangerous situations, testing his resilience and his connections.

Restless City received a mixed but generally positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric portrayal of urban life and its visual style. Some found the narrative slow-paced, while others appreciated its nuanced exploration of immigrant struggles and the art market's underbelly.

• Praised for its striking visual aesthetic and moody atmosphere.

• Appreciated for its sensitive depiction of an immigrant's search for identity and success.

• Some critics found the pacing too deliberate, bordering on glacial.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be visually compelling and atmospheric, appreciating its unique look and feel. Some viewers felt the story lacked momentum, while others connected with the themes of ambition and struggle in a foreign land.

Screened at the Sundance Film Festival in 2012 and the Berlin International Film Festival.

The film's distinctive visual style was heavily influenced by director Andrew Dosunmu's background in fashion photography.