Chadian writer and director Mahamat-Saleh Haroun delivers a powerful film about generational conflict in the present day Chad. Adam is a 60 something former swimming champion who's the pool attendant a luxury hotel where he works with his son and leads an happy live while the country is on the brink of a civil war. When the new management at the hotel replaces him with his son, Adam feels humiliated and becomes resentful which leads him to an unfortunate decision that has devastating consequences. Haroun cleverly gives insight to his country through the father and son relationship that speaks volumes without much dialog which is a great accomplishment. Beautifully written with outstanding direction and performances by a talented cast and crew makes this film one of the best African films that hits all the right notes without a false beat that's devastating and heartbreaking. YRCinema's coverage of the AFI Fest.
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