Atlantiques
Seen it?2009 | 16 min | Documentary, Drama
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With almost no lasting buzz and mixed reviews, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for the curious and anyone who loves a strong drama. Expect to bring it up in conversation afterwards.
- The mood
- Eye-opening.
- The pace
- Moves through the story clearly, at 16 min. Done before bedtime.
- What might put you off
- It's in French, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
- Skip it if you want made-up drama tonight.
The odyssey of Senegalese friends who attempt a life-threatening boat crossing.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
Mixed reviews
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 2K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Mati Diop
- Ouli SeckMother
- Serigne SeckYoung Man
- Alpha DiopFriend around the Fire
- Cheikh M'BayeFriend around the fire
- Ibou LayeFriend at the Cemetery
- Vieux SeckFriend at the Cemetery
- Asta M'BoupSister