The Repentant
التائب
Synopsis
Algeria region of the high flatlands. As Islamist groups continue to spread terror, Rashid, a young Jihadist, leaves the mountains to return to his village. In keeping with the law « of pardon and national harmony », he has to surrender to the police and give up his weapon. He thus receives amnesty and becomes a « repenti ». But the law cannot erase his crimes and for Rachid it's the beginning of a one-way journey of violence, secrets and manipulation.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Merzak Allouache
- Screenplay & Story
- Merzak Allouache
- Original Title
- التائب
- Country of Origin
- Algeria, France
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Baya Films, JBA Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Merzak Allouache
Merzak Allouache
Sylvie Gadmer
Yacine Djadi
Department Leadership Roster
Merzak Allouache
Director
Merzak Allouache
Writer
Sylvie Gadmer
Editor
Yacine Djadi
Producer
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What is The Repentant about?
Algeria region of the high flatlands. As Islamist groups continue to spread terror, Rashid, a young Jihadist, leaves the mountains to return to his village. In keeping with the law « of pardon and national harmony », he has to surrender to the police and give up his weapon. He thus receives amnesty and becomes a « repenti ». But the law cannot erase his crimes and for Rachid it's the beginning of a one-way journey of violence, secrets and manipulation.
Who directed The Repentant?
The Repentant was directed by Merzak Allouache.
Who stars in The Repentant?
The principal cast of The Repentant includes Nabil Asli, Adila Bendimerad, Khaled Benaissa, Rokia Abdelali.
When was The Repentant released and how long is it?
The Repentant was released in 2013 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.