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The Refusal

The Refusal

Jan 02, 1982 · 1h 38m

Rated 10 out of 10

Director

Mohamed Bouamari

Overview

In 1971, the Algerian government nationalized hydrocarbons. The consequences of this decision on the community of Algerians in France are numerous. The Galti family is prey to these economic problems. The father, Khaled, former member of the F.L.N. in France, does not escape the sentence. Sharazade, his wife and comrade in combat, finds herself torn between her role as wife, mother and nostalgia for a country and a bygone past. As for his son Karim, a victim of socio-cultural division, all he has left is refusal.

About The Refusal

What is The Refusal about?

In 1971, the Algerian government nationalized hydrocarbons. The consequences of this decision on the community of Algerians in France are numerous. The Galti family is prey to these economic problems. The father, Khaled, former member of the F.L.N. in France, does not escape the sentence. Sharazade, his wife and comrade in combat, finds herself torn between her role as wife, mother and nostalgia…

When was The Refusal released?

The Refusal was released on January 2, 1982.

How long is The Refusal?

The Refusal runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who directed The Refusal?

The Refusal was directed by Mohamed Bouamari.

Who is in the cast of The Refusal?

The cast of The Refusal includes Fettouma Ousliha-Bouamari, Rachid Ould-Mohand, Djamel Allam, Joël Barbouth and Ahmed Mazouz.

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