Corniche Kennedy (2016), directed by Dominique Cabrera, tells the story of a group of teenagers in Marseille who, while enjoying their carefree summer at the beach, become entangled in a drugs trafficking operation, leading to a police investigation. The film explores themes of youth, rebellion, and the consequences of choices, but it struggles to dive deep into the emotional complexities of its characters.
The film has an authentic, gritty portrayal of youth living in the shadow of poverty and crime. The beach setting of Marseille serves as a backdrop for the characters' adventures, and the cinematography does a great job of capturing the beauty of the surroundings while also highlighting the darker, more dangerous elements of their world. It's a world where carefree days are overshadowed by the looming threat of law enforcement and criminal activity.
The performances of the cast, especially Aïssa Maïga and Lola Créton, are competent, and they do well to convey.
