Salam
Synopsis
In the French music world, the beginning of the 2000s was marked by the arrival of a young rapper, Diam's. Over the course of three albums, she has become a phenomenon in France, as well as in many countries around the world. Diam's has won some of the most prestigious awards in French music, graced the covers of countless magazines, and sold millions of records. However, in 2010, at the height of her fame, Diam's made a life choice that shocked the French: she converted to Islam. How did a tortured and suicidal artist find her way to peace? For the first time Diam's, known to her family as Mélanie, tells us the real story.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Diam's, Anne Cissé, Houda Benyamina
- Screenplay & Story
- Diam's, Houda Benyamina, Anne Cissé
- Original Score
- Masta Masuda, Yoshio Masuda
- Original Title
- Salam
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Black Dynamite Production, BrutX, Wild Bunch, Pan Européenne Production, M By M, Mediawan Rights
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Diam's, Anne Cissé, Houda Benyamina
Diam's, Houda Benyamina, Anne Cissé
Masta Masuda, Yoshio Masuda
Léa Masson
Renaud Le Van Kim, Guillaume Lacroix, Éric Hannezo, Diam's
Department Leadership Roster
Diam's
Director
Anne Cissé
Director
Houda Benyamina
Director
Léa Masson
Editor
Masta Masuda
Original Music Composer
Yoshio Masuda
Original Music Composer
Renaud Le Van Kim
Producer
Guillaume Lacroix
Producer
Éric Hannezo
Producer
Diam's
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Salam
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Salam about?
In the French music world, the beginning of the 2000s was marked by the arrival of a young rapper, Diam's. Over the course of three albums, she has become a phenomenon in France, as well as in many countries around the world. Diam's has won some of the most prestigious awards in French music, graced the covers of countless magazines, and sold millions of records. However, in 2010, at the height of her fame, Diam's made a life choice that shocked the French: she converted to Islam. How did a tortured and suicidal artist find her way to peace? For the first time Diam's, known to her family as Mélanie, tells us the real story.
Who directed Salam?
Salam was directed by Diam's, Anne Cissé, Houda Benyamina.
Who stars in Salam?
The principal cast of Salam includes Diam's, Dominique Giorgades, Vitaa, Fatoumata Goundourou, Faïza Guène.
When was Salam released and how long is it?
Salam was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Salam?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Salam was composed by Masta Masuda, Yoshio Masuda.