504
Synopsis
It was aboard the legendary and sturdy Peugeot 504 and Renault 12 that most North African families made the "route du bled," a ritual return to their homeland for summer vacations in Morocco or Algeria. The film chronicles a summer migration across the Mediterranean from the 1970s to the 1990s. The memory of these epic journeys punctuates the history of North Africans in France with bittersweet nostalgia, where travel stories blend industrial automotive heritage with personal memories.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mohamed El Khatib
- Screenplay & Story
- Mohamed El Khatib
- Original Title
- 504
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- Les Films d'Ici, Les Films d'Ici Méditerranée, Zirlib
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mohamed El Khatib
Mohamed El Khatib
Department Leadership Roster
Mohamed El Khatib
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for 504.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 504
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is 504 about?
It was aboard the legendary and sturdy Peugeot 504 and Renault 12 that most North African families made the "route du bled," a ritual return to their homeland for summer vacations in Morocco or Algeria. The film chronicles a summer migration across the Mediterranean from the 1970s to the 1990s. The memory of these epic journeys punctuates the history of North Africans in France with bittersweet nostalgia, where travel stories blend industrial automotive heritage with personal memories.
Who directed 504?
504 was directed by Mohamed El Khatib.
Who stars in 504?
The principal cast of 504 includes Not specified.
When was 504 released and how long is it?
504 was released in 2024 with a total runtime of Unknown.