Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Sami Bouajila
Jallel
Lead
Élodie Bouchez
Lucie
Bruno Lochet
Franck
Aure Atika
Nassera
Olivier Loustau
Antonio
Virginie Darmon
Leila
Mustapha Adouani
Mostfa
Sami Zitouni
Nono
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Abdellatif Kechiche's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Poetical Refugee is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
