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entertainment1 year ago

"Io Capitano": A Harrowing Odyssey of African Migration

"Io Capitano," an Oscar-nominated film directed by Matteo Garrone, follows the harrowing journey of Seydou, a 16-year-old from Senegal seeking a better life in Europe. The movie captures his treacherous trek through Mali, Niger, and Libya, depicting the hardships and dangers faced by migrants. With a blend of gritty realism and surreal fantasy, the film portrays Seydou's compassionate spirit amidst the adversity, offering a poignant portrayal of the migrant experience and emphasizing the open borders of cinema.

entertainment1 year ago

"Io Capitano": The Harrowing Migrant Journey That Inspired an Oscar-Nominated Film

Mamadou Kouassi's harrowing three-year journey to reach Italy inspired the Oscar-nominated film "Io Capitano," directed by Matteo Garrone. The film follows the migrant route from Senegal to Italy, depicting the brutal realities of the journey, including illegal prisons, smugglers' boats, and exploitation. Kouassi, who advised on the film, shared horrific details of torture and slavery that he experienced. The film's young Senegalese actors, Seydou Sarr and Moustapha Fall, have been profoundly impacted by the film's success, while Kouassi hopes the film will influence global migrant policy.