"This terrific first feature combines psychogeography with fantasy to create something rather unusual and lovely." - Wendy Ide, Screen International
"A dream built from debris, a rocket ship made from rubble, and a touching tribute to stratospheric aspirations thriving against the odds in even the most maligned and marginalized communities." - Jessica Kiang, Variety
Youri, 16, has lived all his life in Gagarine Cité, a vast red brick housing project on the outskirts of Paris. From the heights of his apartment, he dreams of becoming an astronaut. But when plans to demolish his community’s home are leaked, Youri joins the resistance. With his friends Diana and Houssam, he embarks on a mission to save Gagarine, transforming the estate into his own “starship” – before it disappears into space forever. The film was shot on the cusp of the actual demolition of the Cité Gagarine housing project in collaboration with its residents in Ivry-sur-Seine. (Cohen Media Group)
Awards & Nominations
Nominee - Best First Film, César Awards
Winner - Best First Film, Lumiere Awards
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