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Drama

Gavagai (2026)

Runtime: 89 min
Release date: 11/03/2026
Production countries: Germany, France
Production companies: Sutor Kolonko, Good Fortune Films
Overview
On the set of a turbulent shoot of a Medea adaptation in Senegal, Maja seeks solace in a love affair with her co-star Nourou. Months later, they meet again at the film’s premiere in Berlin. Old feelings resurface, but a racist incident unsettles their reunion. Tensions rise as everyone tries to do the right thing. While the ancient tragedy plays out on screen, a contemporary drama unfolds.
Ulrich Köhler profile photo
Ulrich Köhler
Director
Cast
Jean-Christophe Folly profile photo
Jean-Christophe Folly
as Nourou Cissokho
Maren Eggert profile photo
Maren Eggert
as Maja Tervooren
Nathalie Richard profile photo
Nathalie Richard
as Caroline Lescot
Anna Thiandoum profile photo
Anna Thiandoum
Stacy Thunes profile photo
Stacy Thunes
as Rebecca Markson
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Gavagai

Trailer [Subtitled]

Video: YouTube
Duration: 01:38