Poetical Refugee (2001)
Like a Candide dreaming of Eldorado, Jallel lands in France, hoping to try his luck. From encounter to encounter, hostel to social welfare group, Jallel will make his way through a Paris of outcasts. Although failing to achieve his hopes, he discovers and shares in the solidarity felt by the destitute. –uniFrance
Director: Abdellatif Kechiche
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 130 min
Release Date: February 14, 2001
Cast
- Sami Bouajila - Jallel
- Élodie Bouchez - Lucie
- Bruno Lochet - Franck
- Aure Atika - Nassera
- Olivier Loustau - Antonio
- Virginie Darmon - Leila
- Mustapha Adouani - Mostfa
- Sami Zitouni - Nono
- Carole Franck - Barbara
- Jean-Michel Fête - Philippe
Screenplay
Music: Dahmane El Harrachi
Cinematography: Dominique Brenguier
Editing: Anick Baly, Tina Baz
Production: Flach Film
Country: France
Language: Français, العربية
Original Language: fr
Themes
Crushing Despair and the Void, A Weary Soul and Exhaustion, Daily Struggles of the Working Class, Poverty Cycle and Hopelessness, Social Commentary and Reflection
Keywords
paris, france, undocumented immigrant, poverty, social outcast, welfare
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Poetical Refugee about?
- Like a Candide dreaming of Eldorado, Jallel lands in France, hoping to try his luck. From encounter to encounter, hostel to social welfare group, Jallel will make his way through a Paris of outcasts. Although failing to achieve his hopes, he discovers and shares in the solidarity felt by the destitute. –uniFrance
- Who directed Poetical Refugee?
- Poetical Refugee was directed by Abdellatif Kechiche.
- Who stars in Poetical Refugee?
- Poetical Refugee stars Sami Bouajila, Élodie Bouchez, Bruno Lochet, Aure Atika, Olivier Loustau, Virginie Darmon.
- How long is Poetical Refugee?
- Poetical Refugee has a runtime of 2h 10m (130 minutes).
- What genre is Poetical Refugee?
- Poetical Refugee is a Drama film.
- Where was Poetical Refugee produced?
- Poetical Refugee was produced in France.
- What are the themes of Poetical Refugee?
- The themes of Poetical Refugee include: Crushing Despair and the Void, A Weary Soul and Exhaustion, Daily Struggles of the Working Class, Poverty Cycle and Hopelessness, Social Commentary and Reflection.