Mektoub
Synopsis
Ahmed, an Algerian laborer and young father, leaves his country and arrives in France, hoping to find a job through Salah, a friend who has been living in the Paris suburbs for several years. He is disappointed when he arrives in Nanterre, where Salah lives in a shantytown. Without any support, Ahmed has to make the daily rounds of the employment offices, like so many other immigrants who, like him, have been lulled into complacency.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Hyères Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ali Ghalem
- Screenplay & Story
- Ali Ghalem
- Original Score
- Michel Berger
- Original Title
- Mektoub
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, French
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Comptoir Français du Film Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ali Ghalem
Ali Ghalem
Michel Berger
Gérard Brissaud, Paul Souvestre
Robert de Nesle
Department Leadership Roster
Robert de Nesle
Producer
Ali Ghalem
Writer
Ali Ghalem
Director
Gérard Brissaud
Director of Photography
Paul Souvestre
Director of Photography
Michel Berger
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mektoub
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Mektoub about?
Ahmed, an Algerian laborer and young father, leaves his country and arrives in France, hoping to find a job through Salah, a friend who has been living in the Paris suburbs for several years. He is disappointed when he arrives in Nanterre, where Salah lives in a shantytown. Without any support, Ahmed has to make the daily rounds of the employment offices, like so many other immigrants who, like him, have been lulled into complacency.
Who directed Mektoub?
Mektoub was directed by Ali Ghalem.
Who stars in Mektoub?
The principal cast of Mektoub includes Abderrahmane El Kebir, Pierre Mirat, Ali Ghalem, Álvaro Marenco, Anouk Ferjac.
When was Mektoub released and how long is it?
Mektoub was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Mektoub?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mektoub was composed by Michel Berger.