‘L’Histoire de Souleymane’ Dominates César Awards with Four Wins

Boris Lojkine's social drama celebrates success as Abou Sangaré earns Best Newcomer for his compelling debut performance.

The film 'L’Histoire de Souleymane,' directed by Boris Lojkine, won four César Awards, including Best Screenplay and Best Editing.
Abou Sangaré, a 23-year-old Guinean mechanic-turned-actor, was named Best Newcomer for his role as a food delivery cyclist navigating asylum challenges in Paris.
Sangaré's real-life journey, marked by migration and struggles for legal residency in France, parallels the story portrayed in the film.
The low-budget film (€600,000) has been a critical and commercial success, drawing 590,000 viewers in theaters and earning multiple international accolades.
Sangaré, who recently secured a one-year work permit, has received further acting opportunities, signaling a potential career shift from his mechanic background.