Poetical Refugee
La faute à Voltaire
Synopsis
Like a Candide dreaming of El Dorado, Jallel lands in France, hoping to try his luck. From encounter to encounter, hostel to social welfare group, he will make his way through a Paris of outcasts. Although failing to achieve his hopes, he discovers and shares in the solidarity felt by the destitute.
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Awards & Festivals
Venice Film Festival
2000 | 3 wins including: Cinema for Peace Award (CinemAvvenire' Award)
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