
🎬 Title: Gavagai
Synopsis: Set against the backdrop of a challenging production for a Medea adaptation in Senegal, Maja finds comfort in a romantic relationship with her co-star, Nourou. When they reunite months later at the film’s premiere in Berlin, old emotions resurface, but their reconnection is disrupted by a troubling incident of racism. As they navigate a landscape of rising tensions and ethical dilemmas, the timeless tragedy unfolds on screen alongside their modern-day struggles.
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📅 Release date: 2026-03-11
⏱️ Runtime: 1h 29m
🎭 Genres: Drama
🎬 Director: Ulrich Köhler
✍️ Writer: Ulrich Köhler
🌍 Countries: Germany, France
🏢 Production companies: Sutor Kolonko, Good Fortune Films

👥 Cast: Jean-Christophe Folly (Nourou Cissokho), Maren Eggert (Maja Tervooren), Nathalie Richard (Caroline Lescot), Anna Thiandoum, Stacy Thunes (Rebecca Markson), Demet Gül (Lale Meffert), Homa Faghiri (Mina Hedayat), Darja Mahotkin (Franziska), Maj-Britt Klenke (Mareike), Merdan Karataş (Kaan Kılıç)
Editor’s note: Gavagai (2026) impressively combines dramatic elements with a focus on atmosphere rather than mere spectacle. Under the skilled direction of Ulrich Köhler, the film maintains a consistent tempo and a strong sense of setting. The performances by Jean-Christophe Folly, Maren Eggert, and Nathalie Richard are sincere and understated. At a runtime of 1 hour and 29 minutes, it offers a well-paced narrative that respects the audience’s time. If this storyline resonates, be sure to add it to your watchlist.
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