France,
2020, 92 min
(Alternative: 90 min)
Directed by:
Hélier CisterneScreenplay:
Hélier CisterneCinematography:
Hichame AlaouieComposer:
Emile SorninCast:
Vincent Lacoste, Vicky Krieps, Hassen Ferhani, Myriam Ajar, Norbert Ferrer, Meriem Medjkrane, Maximilien Poullein, Rémy Steelcox, Benoît Garrigos (more)Plots(1)
It is 1956. The Algerian Fernand and the Polish Helene, who are fleeing a communist-ruled Poland, meet in France and fall madly in love, despite the political differences. They travel to Algeria, while the country is a French colony. The revolution is underway. Fernand is an activist fighting for independence with the Algerians and is arrested for a bombing attempt. Helene fights for Fernand’s life. This gripping film is based on the story of Fernard Iverton and gives a historical look at Algeria and the French’s time in that country. This tear-jerking flick balances politics and love in an outstanding way. (The Norwegian International Film Festival)
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