Seydou Sarr and Moustapha Fall, who bring to life the gripping tale of Io Capitano, illuminate the cover of Vestal magazine, their portrayal as profound as the Fendi designs they adorn.
On-screen, their characters navigate the difficult passage from the streets of Dakar to the European dream, a narrative enriched by the actors’ commitment to authenticity. Their roles—filled with the aspirations, struggles, and resilience of migrants—call for a renewed sense of empathy and a shift in the migrant discourse.
Seydou Sarr & Moustapha Fall for Vestal
The actors’ accounts of their involvement in the film reveal a journey from uncertainty to a deep connection with their characters, mirroring the film’s advocacy for understanding and its resonant critical success.
While the profound narratives of Sarr and Fall take center stage, the visual storytelling is captured by photographer Kevin Sinclair with styling by Oretta Corbelli.
Through this feature, the young actors offer a glimpse into their lives altered by the film, driven by a passion for their art and a commitment to influencing perspectives on migration and freedom.
Seydou Sarr, reflecting on his involvement in Io Capitano, shares a sentiment of deep appreciation and responsibility. “It’s not every day that you get the chance to be involved in something meaningful like this, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to tell such an important story through film,” he says.
Moustapha Fall underscores the potential of cinema as a catalyst for social transformation. “It’s through films like these that we can inspire change and foster greater understanding among people. I believe that step by step, through continued efforts, we can make progress toward a future where everyone has the freedom to travel and explore,” Fall asserts.
