This week saw the release of Ladj Ly’s new film, Bâtiment 5. A director used to casting lesser-known but excellent actors (we remember Alexis Manent and Steve Tientcheu in Les Misérables, to name a few). , the main role of this drama about bad housing was entrusted to an (almost) newcomer: Anta Diau.
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Born in Crail, Picardy, Anta had an appetite for cinema from an early age, which resulted in watching films and mastering the theatre. However, he never intended to continue his career. After receiving his bachelor’s degree, he joined a university, then found a job at a startup. In 2020, passionate about his passion, he interned at Cours Florent.
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Some time later, Anta Diaw saw an announcement on Instagram for the casting of The Young Imam, a drama by Kim Chaperone inspired by the news of the Mecca pilgrim scam. She decides to apply and is chosen for the role of the supporting character, Imane. At this moment he is noticed by another column of Curtrajme: Ladj Ly.
Aristotle Luindula and Anta Diao
The latter, who is also a co-producer of Le Jeune Imam, has entrusted him with the lead role in his new shocking feature film, Bâtiment 5. In this way, the actor gets into the shoes of Hubby, a young woman involved in his life. A commune that discovers a new development plan for the neighborhood in which he grew up. Ladj Ly explains:
“He only had a small role in The Young Imam, but I think he’s incredible. With Hubby, I’m trying to instill some hope in Building 5. Of course, I’m showing disappointing characters there. , but he’s a possible key. With the decision to run for local government, there’s no telling that he will be chosen, but there is still an approach”.
The director adds about the distribution of the film: “80% of the third roles or additional roles are people from Montfermel. I like to work with both experienced people who have professional experience and others who do not yet have experience, but bring a mixture of innocence and sincerity to the game. And beyond. The main actors, stay true. “
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