Film Lens
In the high-rise projects of Seine-Saint-Denis, young men navigate their masculine identities amid urban isolation. The film presents personal narratives that reveal the absence of women in their lives, often depicted as silhouettes. This absence reflects societal pressures and the complexities of their experiences in contemporary Parisian life.
Everyday locations serve as the backdrop for expressions of masculinity, emphasizing the interplay between identity and vulnerability. The film, directed by Alice Diop, uses these settings to frame the men's stories, providing insight into their lives and the societal context they inhabit.
Why Watch
- •Meet young men in Seine-Saint-Denis confronting masculinity.
- •Find out how urban isolation shapes their identities.
- •See the absence of women represented as silhouettes.
Did You Know
•The film is directed by Alice Diop, a woman director.
•It features a cast that includes Christophe Barral and My Lan Nguyen Quang.
•The documentary has a runtime of 39 minutes.
•It was produced in France in 2016.
Perfect For
Masculine identity studiesUrban isolation themesFrench cinema enthusiasts