Youssou & Malek (2022)
On a sprawling urban suburbia during a sweltering summer, two young boys in love are at an impasse. Youssou has an opportunity to study abroad with a prestigious scholarship, while his boyfriend Malek advances in his art degree at a local school. As the pair wrestle with these destinies that are pulling them apart, their friends attempt to untangle the ambitions of these star-crossed lovers, all while tensions rise with the police who patrol the neighbourhood.
Director: Simon Frenay
Genre: Comedy, Music
Runtime: 28 min
Release Date: October 20, 2022
Cast
- Adam Hafsia - Malek
- Frank Onana - Youssou
- Mélodie Lauret - Pauline
- Claïna Clavaron - Lina
- Kervens St Fort - Kylian
- Lucas Ivoula - Rahyan
- Mariame N'Diaye - Ama
- Arnaud Jabouin - Policier #1
- Juliette Savary - Policière #2
- Mouradi Mchinda - Policier #3
Screenplay
- Simon Frenay (Screenplay)
Editing: Daniel Darmon
Production: La Belle Affaire Productions
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Keywords
scholarship, lgbt, short film, boyfriends
More Films by Director: Simon Frenay
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Youssou & Malek about?
- On a sprawling urban suburbia during a sweltering summer, two young boys in love are at an impasse. Youssou has an opportunity to study abroad with a prestigious scholarship, while his boyfriend Malek advances in his art degree at a local school. As the pair wrestle with these destinies that are pulling them apart, their friends attempt to untangle the ambitions of these star-crossed lovers, all while tensions rise with the police who patrol the neighbourhood.
- Who directed Youssou & Malek?
- Youssou & Malek was directed by Simon Frenay.
- Who stars in Youssou & Malek?
- Youssou & Malek stars Adam Hafsia, Frank Onana, Mélodie Lauret, Claïna Clavaron, Kervens St Fort, Lucas Ivoula.
- How long is Youssou & Malek?
- Youssou & Malek has a runtime of 28m (28 minutes).
- What genre is Youssou & Malek?
- Youssou & Malek is a Comedy, Music film.
- Where was Youssou & Malek produced?
- Youssou & Malek was produced in France.