Gagarine
By Fanny Liatard
2020
Drama / Fantasy
1h38
Synopsis
Yuri, 16, has lived all his life in Gagarin Towers, a vast red-brick housing project on the outskirts of Paris. He dreams of becoming an astronaut. When plans to demolish Gagarin Towers leak out, Yuri joins the resistance. With his friends Diana and Houssam, he embarks on a mission to save their home, which has become his “starship.”
Community Reviews
Viewers find 'Gagarine' visually stunning and creatively bold, blending social realism with a dreamlike, space-themed aesthetic. The film's portrayal of a young man's fight to save his housing estate resonates with a poetic and multicultural touch, though some find the narrative occasionally confusing and lacking depth. Overall, the unique direction and heartfelt character portrayals make it a recommended watch, despite its narrative flaws.
👍 Visually stunning and creatively bold
👎 Narrative occasionally confusing
