Underdogs

A raw, intimate slice of life that weighs heavily, offering little comfort but a deep sense of human struggle.

Directed by

Olivier Panier

Starring

Nissim Renard, Pascal Maetens, Arthur Marbaix

Overview

Karim, a homeless boy must find his father so they can finally move into social housing. He finds him in an estranged squat sacrificing his dignity for drugs. Karim must make some tough decisions to turn things around.

How it feels

Bleak, melancholic, tense and earnest. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Politics, addiction, family, survival

Content

Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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