17, rue Bleue
Nov 21, 2001 · 1h 35m
Director
Chad ChenougaOverview
17, rue Bleue is an autobiographical drama about an Algerian immigrant's self-destruction in Paris. In it, director Chad Chenouga recounts how his mother, Adda, came to France as an illegal alien, hoping to escape the haunting secrets of her native land, and seeking a new life of wealth. When Adda falls in love with her employer, a wealthy Parisian named Merlin, she believes her fortune is within reach. But troubles begin when Merlin suddenly dies, leaving behind no clear will. Adda, believing in the Algerian superstition that a beauty mark on her son's hand signifies great wealth to come, throws herself into a losing court battle to win Merlin's estate. As legal defeats mount up, Adda turns to drugs, driving away friends and family members, until she's left with only her son, Chad. When he turns 16, his mother dies from her many years of drug abuse.
Cast of 17, rue Bleue
Crew of 17, rue Bleue
About 17, rue Bleue
What is 17, rue Bleue about?
17, rue Bleue is an autobiographical drama about an Algerian immigrant's self-destruction in Paris. In it, director Chad Chenouga recounts how his mother, Adda, came to France as an illegal alien, hoping to escape the haunting secrets of her native land, and seeking a new life of wealth. When Adda falls in love with her employer, a wealthy Parisian named Merlin, she believes her fortune is…
When was 17, rue Bleue released?
17, rue Bleue was released on November 21, 2001.
How long is 17, rue Bleue?
17, rue Bleue runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).
Who directed 17, rue Bleue?
17, rue Bleue was directed by Chad Chenouga.
Who is in the cast of 17, rue Bleue?
The cast of 17, rue Bleue includes Lysiane Meis (Adda), Abdel Halis (Chad, teenager), Aimen Ben Ahmed (Samir, teenager), Nassim Sakhoui (Chad, child) and Sofiane Abramovitz (Samir, child).