We, Students! is an insightful film that offers a poignant portrayal of the realities faced by university students in developing Central African Republic. Through a micro-sociological lens, the film illustrates the daily impact of poverty and exploitation, a direct result of the actions of selfish and corrupt individuals in positions of authority. However, themes of community, friendship and adulthood emerge. The film shares the inspiring stories of a group of dynamic students who, despite facing unforeseen circumstances such as unplanned fatherhood and illness, remain steadfast in their pursuit of a better future. Through their unwavering resilience and determination, viewers witness first-hand how these students navigate challenging situations and make difficult moral decisions in order to survive. With its honest portrayal of the struggles and triumphs, We, Students! offers a glimpse into the human experience and reminds us of the power of hope and resilience in the face of adversity.
We, Students!
Nous, étudiants!
We, Students! portrays the harsh realities of university life in Central African Republic, where poverty and corruption run rampant. Despite these challenges, a group of inspiring students persevere, showing the power of hope and resilience in the face of adversity.
Awards
Berlinale (2022) – Nominated: Panorama Audience Award: Documentary Film
Black Movie Film Festival (2023) – Nominated: Young Adults Jury Award: Best Film
Cinéma du Réel (2022) – Winner: Libraries Award/Prix des Bibliothèques
Cinéma du Réel (2022) – Winner: Louis Marcorelles Award
Cinéma du Réel (2022) – Nominated: Cinéma du Réel Award: International Competition
DMZ International Documentary FF (2022) – Nominated: White Goose Award – Grand Prize: International Competition
DMZ International Documentary FF (2022) – Winner: Special Jury Prize: International Competition
Entrevues Film Festival (2022) – Nominated: Grand Prix Janine Bazin Award
FESCAAAL (2022) – Nominated: Special Mention Jury
Festival de Cine Africano (2022) – Nominated: Best Actors Award
Fidadoc (2022) – Nominated: Special Jury Award
Hainan International Film Festival (2022) – Winner: Golden Coconut: Best Documentary Feature
IndieLisboa International Independent Film Festival (2022) – Winner: Silvestre Award: Best Feature Film
Luxembourg City Film Festival (2023) – Nominated: Best Documentary
MajorDocs (2022) – Nominated: Best Film
Namur International Festival of French-Speaking Film (2022) – Nominated: Golden Bayard: Best First Film
Reykjavik International Film Festival (2022) – Nominated: A Different Tomorrow: Best Documentary
Valdivia International Film Festival (2022) – Nominated: Special Mention: Best International Film
