The Absence (2013)
After brilliant studies in France and a 15-year absence from his homeland, Adama, a young graduate of the Ecole Polytechnique, rushes back to Senegal. He is alarmed by a message informing him of the sudden decline in his grandmother's health. Upon arriving in Dakar, Adama discovers that his grandmother is in perfect shape... Was this a deliberate ploy to get him back home, and if so, why?
Director: Mama Keïta
Genre: Drama, Family
Runtime: 82 min
Release Date: December 11, 2013
Cast
- William Nadylam - Adama
- Mouss Diouf - Le proxénète
- Jacky Tavernier - Aïcha
- Mame Ndoumbé Diop - La grand-mère
- Ibrahima Mbaye - Djibril
- Omar Seck - Le Professeur
- Ismael Thiam - Souleymane
Country: France, Guinea, Senegal
Original Language: fr
Keywords
africa
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Absence about?
- After brilliant studies in France and a 15-year absence from his homeland, Adama, a young graduate of the Ecole Polytechnique, rushes back to Senegal. He is alarmed by a message informing him of the sudden decline in his grandmother's health. Upon arriving in Dakar, Adama discovers that his grandmother is in perfect shape... Was this a deliberate ploy to get him back home, and if so, why?
- Who directed The Absence?
- The Absence was directed by Mama Keïta.
- Who stars in The Absence?
- The Absence stars William Nadylam, Mouss Diouf, Jacky Tavernier, Mame Ndoumbé Diop, Ibrahima Mbaye, Omar Seck.
- How long is The Absence?
- The Absence has a runtime of 1h 22m (82 minutes).
- What genre is The Absence?
- The Absence is a Drama, Family film.
- Where was The Absence produced?
- The Absence was produced in France, Guinea, Senegal.