The read
It runs a compact 1h 21m.
Synopsis
The son of a French colonialist in Algeria returns to Algeria after learning that his father is ill. Memories from childhood return. He also must deal with some problems involving the Algerian fight for independence.
Ratings
IMDb7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes100%
Metacritic72/100
10 audience votes
Key crew
- Sylvain DhommeWriter
- James BlueWriter
- James BlueDirector
- Jean PélégriWriter
- Maurice JarreOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Pierre ProthonJean / Narrator
- Marie DecaîtreJean's Mother
- Jean PélégriJean's Father
- Huguette PoggiCousin Louise
- Said AchaibouSaïd
Stills
Themes
algeriafrench colonialismnorth africaalgerian war (1954-62)france algérieroots land