Mercy
Le Jeune Imam
Synopsis
Ali is a 14-year-old teenager on the loose. To give him a proper education, his single mother sends him to a madrassa in Mali. When Ali comes back ten years later, he is a completely changed young man in his twenties. He has received a pious religious education and his deep knowledge of Islam makes him the perfect candidate to be the local Imam of his city, despite his young age and the doubts of his mother. His modern views and charisma quickly make him popular amongst his Muslim community, until his will to do good meets his new ambition.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 6, 2023
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kim Chapiron
- Screenplay & Story
- Kim Chapiron, Ladj Ly, Dominique Baumard, Ramzi Ben Sliman
- Original Title
- Le Jeune Imam
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Srab Films, Lyly Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kim Chapiron
Kim Chapiron, Ladj Ly, Dominique Baumard, Ramzi Ben Sliman
Sylvestre Dedise
Flora Volpelière, Benjamin Weill
Department Leadership Roster
Kim Chapiron
Screenplay
Kim Chapiron
Director
Ladj Ly
Screenplay
Dominique Baumard
Screenplay
Ramzi Ben Sliman
Screenplay
Sylvestre Dedise
Director of Photography
Flora Volpelière
Editor
Benjamin Weill
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mercy
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What is Mercy about?
Ali is a 14-year-old teenager on the loose. To give him a proper education, his single mother sends him to a madrassa in Mali. When Ali comes back ten years later, he is a completely changed young man in his twenties. He has received a pious religious education and his deep knowledge of Islam makes him the perfect candidate to be the local Imam of his city, despite his young age and the doubts of his mother. His modern views and charisma quickly make him popular amongst his Muslim community, until his will to do good meets his new ambition.
Who directed Mercy?
Mercy was directed by Kim Chapiron.
Who stars in Mercy?
The principal cast of Mercy includes Sami Slimane, Abdulah Sissoko, Hady Berthe, Rebecca Brou, Anta Diaw.
When was Mercy released and how long is it?
Mercy was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.