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Gavagai

April 30, 2026 1h 29m

Released in April 2026. Gavagai is a drama film. directed by Ulrich Köhler. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jean-Christophe Folly, Maren Eggert, and Nathalie Richard

Synopsis

On the set of a turbulent shoot of a Medea adaptation in Senegal, Maja seeks solace in a love affair with her co-star Nourou. Months later, they meet again at the film’s premiere in Berlin. Old feelings resurface, but a racist incident unsettles their reunion. Tensions rise as everyone tries to do the right thing. While the ancient tragedy plays out on screen, a contemporary drama unfolds.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 30, 2026 Upcoming release
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Runtime 1h 29m 89 minutes total
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Language German Original language
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Country Germany + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Production Companies

  • Sutor Kolonko
  • Good Fortune Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gavagai about?

On the set of a turbulent shoot of a Medea adaptation in Senegal, Maja seeks solace in a love affair with her co-star Nourou. Months later, they meet again at the film’s premiere in Berlin. Old f...

Who directed Gavagai?

Gavagai was directed by Ulrich Köhler.

How long is Gavagai?

Gavagai has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).

When was Gavagai released?

Gavagai was released on April 30, 2026 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Gavagai?

The main cast of Gavagai includes Jean-Christophe Folly, Maren Eggert, Nathalie Richard, Anna Thiandoum, Stacy Thunes.