DIFF FILMS

FOR THE YEAR 2010

THE PHILOSOPHER

United Arab Emirates, France / 2010 / English dialogue with Arabic subtitles / Colour / HDCam / 17 mins

Genre: Drama, Documentary, Action, Sport, Video Art

Cast & Credits

Director: Abdulla AlKaabi
Producer: Cyril Deleye
Cinematographer: Abdulla AlKaabi
Editor: Isabelle Manquillet
Composer: Mathias Duplessy
Cast (in alphabetical order): Cyrille Thouvenin, Jean Reno

Synopsis

Baggio (Jean Reno) is a successful Parisian, a pianist, footballer and bon vivant. Yet he feels there is something missing from his life and one day, he decides to rid himself of all his possessions and embark on a life of aesthetic contemplation. However, things don't go according to plan and Baggio finds himself alone and despondent. He meets and is offered shelter by Leo, a lonely former alcoholic. The slow friendship that emerges between the two men is beautifully documented in this charming, poignant film.

Contains: Parental Guidance (PG)