

Hailing from Mohammedia, Tunisia, the film documents twelve years in the life of Mehrez. A gifted dancer and actor, but also irresistibly addicted to gambling and horse races, he struggles on a daily basis with himself and the bewildering contradictions of his country. In his unstoppable quest for truthful emotions, Mehrez defies all rules.
Mehrez Taher
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Lead“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Hamza Ouni's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. The Disqualified is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”