Owning it (2021): Cast
Owning it is a 2021 drama directed by Nolwenn Lemesle, starring Tracy Gotoas as Sanou, Déborah François and Fadily Camara. It runs 1 hour 21 minutes and was made on a reported $1.8 million budget.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 21m (81 min)
- Director
- Nolwenn Lemesle
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
-
French - Studio
- Incognita
- Budget
- $1.8M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Owning it About?
The premise of Owning it without spoilers.
Sanou, a gifted 15-year-old, experiences a significant change when she enrolls at the prestigious Henri IV school in Paris. Hailing from the Saint-Denis suburbs, she finds herself immersed in a vastly different environment, far removed from her familiar surroundings and experiences. The film explores her journey as she navigates the challenges and opportunities presented by this elite institution.
Owning it Themes & Keywords
· 19 tags- black african french
- social issues
- suburbian life
- banlieue
- black people in france
- life of french black africans
- african french
- discrimination
- family problems
- elite school
- good student
- coming of age
+7 more Show fewer
- coming of age drama
- black people as subject
- person of color
- scholarship
- public transportation
- paris france
- dance battle
Owning it Cast & Characters
Tracy Gotoas leads the cast as Sanou, with Déborah François as Madame Lebel and Fadily Camara as Julienne. Directed by Nolwenn Lemesle; 38 actors are credited in all.
- Director Nolwenn Lemesle
- Tracy Gotoas as Sanou
-
Déborah François as Madame Lebel -
Fadily Camara as Julienne - Marie Bunel as Madame D'Agostino
Also Starring in Owning it
· 34 more- Tatiana Rojo Zenab
- Jeanne Arènes Madame Cauvin
- Franz Lang Monsieur Op De Beck
- Jéremy Gillet Louis
- Fanta Kebe Khady
- Martin Pautard Professeur de français
- Lucie Fagedet Valentine
- Lucie Charles-Alfred Yvana
- Holy Fatma Surveillante
- David Houri Professeur de maths
- Jocelyne Vignon Anata Sidibé
- Augustin Ruhabura Souleymane sénior
- Sam Chemoul Raphaël
- Chanel Victor Salyatou
- Suzylove Fernando Simone
- Sarah Cadet Dallèle
Show all 38 cast members Show fewer cast members
- Édith Baldy Madame Sarchot
- Boris Sztulman Policier
- Douada-Ismaël Haidara Souleymane junior
- Kalyssa Aidara Sita
- Mélody Marie-Calixte Cliente Julienne
- Gweltaz Lemesle Copain Érin
- Luana Leeman Érin
- Anne Rodier Policière
- Grégory Prudent Animateur battle / danseur BNF
- Louliane Bastel Danseuse battle / BNF
- Melvyn Loyson "Shadow" Danseur battle
- Sandya Meite Danseuse battle
- Sadra Da Costa Doublure danse
- Lino Boulant-Lemesle Le jeune garçon
- Julie Bang Danseuse BNF
- Manon Levé Danseuse BNF
- Saïba Sylla Danseuse BNF
- Brice Vilocy Danseur BNF
More from Nolwenn Lemesle
One more film directed by Nolwenn Lemesle: Pieces of Me.
Owning it Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Owning it.
Owning it Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “Mit der Kraft des Windes” and “Les héritières”.
- Also known as
-
- Mit der Kraft des Windes
- Les héritières
- Les hereves
Seen Owning it?
Movies Like Owning it
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Black Girl, Take Care France and L’afrance.
Owning it FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, budget, post-credit scenes and language of Owning it, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Owning it?
Owning it runs 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).
When was Owning it released?
Owning it was released on June 4, 2021.
Who directed Owning it?
Owning it was directed by Nolwenn Lemesle.
More films by Nolwenn Lemesle Who is in the cast of Owning it?
Owning it stars Tracy Gotoas as Sanou, Déborah François as Madame Lebel and Fadily Camara as Julienne, among 38 credited actors.
What was the budget of Owning it?
Owning it had a reported budget of $1.8 million.
Does Owning it have a post-credit scene?
No. Owning it has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Owning it in?
The original language of Owning it is French.
Coming soon to your phone
The Plot Explained Movie Summary App
From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.
Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app
