Aïcha (2009)

Aïcha (2009) poster

A few miles from Paris, on the other side of the northern ring road, stands a ghetto neighborhood with countless rows of dilapidated apartment buildings, their concrete crumbling and iron rusting. A multiracial community has long been rooted here, while most native French families have deserted the area. In tower 216 lives a "model" family of Algerian origin, the Bouamazzas. Our heroine, Aïcha, 25, the eldest daughter, is held up as an example by the whole community. But Aïcha can no longer bear the weight of the community: she wants to spread her wings, gain her independence, and finally cross the Rubicon.

Director: Yamina Benguigui
Genre: Comedy, Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 90 min
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Cinematography: Antoine Roch
Production: France Télévision Images
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Yamina Benguigui
More Films in Genre: Comedy, Drama, TV Movie

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Aïcha about?
A few miles from Paris, on the other side of the northern ring road, stands a ghetto neighborhood with countless rows of dilapidated apartment buildings, their concrete crumbling and iron rusting. A multiracial community has long been rooted here, while most native French families have deserted the area. In tower 216 lives a "model" family of Algerian origin, the Bouamazzas. Our heroine, Aïcha, 25, the eldest daughter, is held up as an example by the whole community. But Aïcha can no longer bear the weight of the community: she wants to spread her wings, gain her independence, and finally cross the Rubicon.
Who directed Aïcha?
Aïcha was directed by Yamina Benguigui.
Who stars in Aïcha?
Aïcha stars Sofia Essaïdi, Rabia Mokeddem, Amidou, Bunny Godillot, Biyouna, Shemss Audat.
How long is Aïcha?
Aïcha has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is Aïcha?
Aïcha is a Comedy, Drama, TV Movie film.
Where was Aïcha produced?
Aïcha was produced in France.