Algeria, Memoirs of Raï
Algérie, Mémoires du Raï
Synopsis
In the 1980s, Algeria experienced a tumultuous social context which reached its peak during the riots of October 88. This wave of protest, with youth as its figurehead, echoed the texts of raï singers. Thirst for freedom, misery of life and the aspirations of youth are among the main themes of their works which will inspire an entire generation. More than music, raï celebrates the Arabic language and becomes a vector of Algerian culture, thus providing the cultural weapons of emerging Algerian nationalism With Cheb Khaled, Cheb Mami and Chaba Fadela as leaders of the movement, raï is also a way of telling and reflecting the essence of Algeria in these difficult times. While the threat weighs on artists in Algeria, their exile allows raï to be exported internationally and thus, to bring the colors of Algeria to life throughout the world.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Djamel Kelfaoui
- Screenplay & Story
- Michel Vuillermet
- Original Title
- Algérie, Mémoires du Raï
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, French
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- Mezzo, Les Films du Village, Cannes TV, ARTE
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Djamel Kelfaoui
Michel Vuillermet
Soazig Chappedelaine
Department Leadership Roster
Michel Vuillermet
Writer
Djamel Kelfaoui
Director
Soazig Chappedelaine
Editor
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What is Algeria, Memoirs of Raï about?
In the 1980s, Algeria experienced a tumultuous social context which reached its peak during the riots of October 88. This wave of protest, with youth as its figurehead, echoed the texts of raï singers. Thirst for freedom, misery of life and the aspirations of youth are among the main themes of their works which will inspire an entire generation. More than music, raï celebrates the Arabic language and becomes a vector of Algerian culture, thus providing the cultural weapons of emerging Algerian nationalism With Cheb Khaled, Cheb Mami and Chaba Fadela as leaders of the movement, raï is also a way of telling and reflecting the essence of Algeria in these difficult times. While the threat weighs on artists in Algeria, their exile allows raï to be exported internationally and thus, to bring the colors of Algeria to life throughout the world.
Who directed Algeria, Memoirs of Raï?
Algeria, Memoirs of Raï was directed by Djamel Kelfaoui.
Who stars in Algeria, Memoirs of Raï?
The principal cast of Algeria, Memoirs of Raï includes Cheb Hasni, Cheb Khaled, Cheb Mami, Cheikha Remitti, Rachid Baba Ahmed.
When was Algeria, Memoirs of Raï released and how long is it?
Algeria, Memoirs of Raï was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 52m.