2025
Short Documentary(Philadelphia Premiere)

Children of the Waves (Enfants des Courants d’Eaux)

CC
Closed captions online
OC
Open captions in-person

Noakim, Alassane and Ilan, three young friends from Marseille, meet up after school as they always do. Amid their carefree laughter, a serious question suddenly emerges: “What do we want to be when we grow up?” This question sparks a deep conversation about their dreams and aspirations as they dive into a boundless world of imagination.

Screenings

Virtual

August 1 – August 3

Directors Spotlight

Kezia Sakho

Director

Kezia Sakho is a Marseille-born filmmaker dedicated to authentic representation of communities that reflect her own experiences. Currently studying cinema and audiovisual arts, she draws inspiration from the rich cultural diversity of her hometown, striving to portray it beyond common stereotypes.

Year
2025
Runtime
8 minutes
Country
France
Language
French
Director
Kezia Sakho
Producer
Kezia Sakho, Nino Rigotti, Rosalie Brun
Executive Producer
Kezia Sakho
Cast
Ilan Dieng, Noakim Sakho, Alassane Dieng
Cinematographer
Elise Riou
Editor
Kezia Sakho
Animator
Kezia Sakho
Production Design
Kezia Sakho
Composer
Wadson Mascary
Sound Design
Kezia Sakho
Music
Wadson Mascary
Premiere
Philadelphia

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