My Neighbours (1971)

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African migrants in Paris talk about everyday life and racism on the labour and housing markets. The chanson from which the film takes its title sings of misery on people’s own doorstep. Hondo then switches to another mode to continue his analysis of social conditions: never has the post-colonial state of the world been summarised as succinctly as in the closing animated sequence.

Director: Med Hondo
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 35 min
Release Date:
Music: Catherine Le Forestier
Country: France
Language: العربية, Français
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is My Neighbours about?
African migrants in Paris talk about everyday life and racism on the labour and housing markets. The chanson from which the film takes its title sings of misery on people’s own doorstep. Hondo then switches to another mode to continue his analysis of social conditions: never has the post-colonial state of the world been summarised as succinctly as in the closing animated sequence.
Who directed My Neighbours?
My Neighbours was directed by Med Hondo.
How long is My Neighbours?
My Neighbours has a runtime of 35m (35 minutes).
What genre is My Neighbours?
My Neighbours is a Documentary film.
Where was My Neighbours produced?
My Neighbours was produced in France.