100% Arabica
Synopsis
The movie takes place in a poverty-stricken, rent-controlled neighborhood on the outskirts of Paris. Algerian immigrants, many of whom are in France illegally, the place has earned the nickname of "100%Arabica". It's a rough neighborhood - crime is rampant, gangs of juvenile delinquents roam the streets, and the police are afraid to patrol the area. When the out-of-touch mayor decides that he wants to restore order to the area, he offers a subsidy to Slimane, the imam of the local mosque. If Slimane can get people off the streets, the mayor will continue the payments. Soon the byways of 100%Arabica are almost peaceful - but not because of something Slimane has done. The reason is that a new Rai Band, Rap Oriental, has taken the neighborhood by storm...
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Namur International Festival of French-Speaking Film
Festival / Special Debut
June 23, 2000
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mahmoud Zemmouri
- Screenplay & Story
- Marie-Laurence Attias, Mahmoud Zemmouri
- Original Title
- 100% Arabica
- Country of Origin
- France, Belgium, Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Les Films de la Toison d'Or, Fennec Productions, Incoprom
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mahmoud Zemmouri
Marie-Laurence Attias, Mahmoud Zemmouri
Jean-Claude Vicquery, Noël Véry
Youcef Tobni
Marie-Laurence Attias
Department Leadership Roster
Mahmoud Zemmouri
Director
Marie-Laurence Attias
Writer
Mahmoud Zemmouri
Writer
Marie-Laurence Attias
Producer
Jean-Claude Vicquery
Director of Photography
Noël Véry
Director of Photography
Youcef Tobni
Editor
Denis Acker
Production Design
Christian Guillebaud
Production Design
Mahadevi Apavou
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About 100% Arabica
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is 100% Arabica about?
The movie takes place in a poverty-stricken, rent-controlled neighborhood on the outskirts of Paris. Algerian immigrants, many of whom are in France illegally, the place has earned the nickname of "100%Arabica". It's a rough neighborhood - crime is rampant, gangs of juvenile delinquents roam the streets, and the police are afraid to patrol the area. When the out-of-touch mayor decides that he wants to restore order to the area, he offers a subsidy to Slimane, the imam of the local mosque. If Slimane can get people off the streets, the mayor will continue the payments. Soon the byways of 100%Arabica are almost peaceful - but not because of something Slimane has done. The reason is that a new Rai Band, Rap Oriental, has taken the neighborhood by storm...
Who directed 100% Arabica?
100% Arabica was directed by Mahmoud Zemmouri.
Who stars in 100% Arabica?
The principal cast of 100% Arabica includes Cheb Khaled, Cheb Mami, Fatiha Berber, Mouss Zouheyri, Mazouz Ould-Abderrahmane.
When was 100% Arabica released and how long is it?
100% Arabica was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.