Mektoub
Originally released in 1970. Mektoub is a drama film. directed by Ali Ghalem. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Abderrahmane El Kebir, Pierre Mirat, and Ali Ghalem
Synopsis
Ahmed, an Algerian laborer and young father, leaves his country and arrives in France, hoping to find a job through Salah, a friend who has been living in the Paris suburbs for several years. He is disappointed when he arrives in Nanterre, where Salah lives in a shantytown. Without any support, Ahmed has to make the daily rounds of the employment offices, like so many other immigrants who, like him, have been lulled into complacency.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 23, 1970
55 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Comptoir Français du Film Production
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mektoub about?
Ahmed, an Algerian laborer and young father, leaves his country and arrives in France, hoping to find a job through Salah, a friend who has been living in the Paris suburbs for several years. He is...
Who directed Mektoub?
Mektoub was directed by Ali Ghalem.
How long is Mektoub?
Mektoub has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Mektoub released?
Mektoub was released on September 23, 1970 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Mektoub?
The main cast of Mektoub includes Abderrahmane El Kebir, Pierre Mirat, Ali Ghalem, Álvaro Marenco, Anouk Ferjac.