Sweet Smell of Spring (2016)

Sweet Smell of Spring (2016) poster

In 2011 Tunisia, as the Arab Spring awakens, unemployed graduate Aziz, nicknamed Zizou (Zied Ayadi), travels from his Saharan village to the big city of Tunis in search of a job. From television aerial installation to political intrigue, this fresh-faced young Candide will learn the ways of the world, fall in love with the ravishing Aicha (Sara Hanachi), and become famous.--Eddie Cockrell, FilmFest DC

Director: Férid Boughedir
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 103 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Cyril Morin, Kaies Sellami
Cinematography: Benoît Chamaillard
Editing: Pascale Chavance, Stéphanie Pedelacq
Production: France 3 Cinéma, Mille et une productions, Abbout Productions, TV5 Monde, Cinares production, Fonds Images de la Francophonie, Marsa Films, Ingénium Fund, CNC, Canal+, France Télévisions
Country: France
Language: العربية, Français
Original Language: ar

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sweet Smell of Spring about?
In 2011 Tunisia, as the Arab Spring awakens, unemployed graduate Aziz, nicknamed Zizou (Zied Ayadi), travels from his Saharan village to the big city of Tunis in search of a job. From television aerial installation to political intrigue, this fresh-faced young Candide will learn the ways of the world, fall in love with the ravishing Aicha (Sara Hanachi), and become famous.--Eddie Cockrell, FilmFest DC
Who directed Sweet Smell of Spring?
Sweet Smell of Spring was directed by Férid Boughedir.
Who stars in Sweet Smell of Spring?
Sweet Smell of Spring stars Zied Ayadi, Sara Hanachi, Zied Touati, Fatima Ben Saïdane.
How long is Sweet Smell of Spring?
Sweet Smell of Spring has a runtime of 1h 43m (103 minutes).
What genre is Sweet Smell of Spring?
Sweet Smell of Spring is a Comedy film.
Where was Sweet Smell of Spring produced?
Sweet Smell of Spring was produced in France.