The Absence(2013)
L'Absence
The Absence Synopsis
After brilliant studies in France and a 15-year absence from his homeland, Adama, a young graduate of the Ecole Polytechnique, rushes back to Senegal. He is alarmed by a message informing him of the sudden decline in his grandmother's health. Upon arriving in Dakar, Adama discovers that his grandmother is in perfect shape... Was this a deliberate ploy to get him back home, and if so, why?
The Absence (2013) is a drama and family film directed by Mama Keïta, released on December 11, 2013 with a runtime of 1h 22m. It stars William Nadylam, Mouss Diouf, Jacky Tavernier and Mame Ndoumbé Diop.
- Director:
- Mama Keïta
- Status:
- Released
The Absence Cast & Crew
Main cast
William Nadylam
as Adama
Mouss Diouf
as Le proxénète
- Jacky Tavernier
Jacky Tavernier
as Aïcha
- Mame Ndoumbé Diop
Mame Ndoumbé Diop
as La grand-mère
Ibrahima Mbaye
as Djibril
- Omar Seck
Omar Seck
as Le Professeur
- Ismael Thiam
Ismael Thiam
as Souleymane
Key crew
Directed by Mama Keïta.
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The Absence – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in The Absence?
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The main cast of The Absence (2013) includes William Nadylam, Mouss Diouf, Jacky Tavernier, Mame Ndoumbé Diop and Ibrahima Mbaye. The film was directed by Mama Keïta. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Absence released?
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The Absence was released on December 11, 2013 and runs for 1h 22m.