Papicha
2019
Drama
1h48
Manon rated ★ 8/10
Un vrai bon film, tellement touchant. C’est un film sur la mode, mais pas que, la mode ca découle plusieurs problématique, le droit des femmes est le grand sujet de ce film. J’ai découvert Lina Khoudri dans ce film et ca était un merveilleux coup de cœur.
Synopsis
Nedjma, an 18-year-old student passionate about fashion design refuses to let the tragic events of the Algerian Civil War keep her from experiencing a normal life. As the social climate becomes more conservative, she rejects the new bans set by the radicals and decides to put on a fashion show.
Community Reviews
Viewers are deeply moved by 'Papicha,' praising its powerful portrayal of women's resilience against oppressive forces in 1990s Algeria. The film's emotional depth, highlighted by stellar performances, particularly from Lyna Khoudri, resonates strongly with audiences. Despite its heavy themes, the film's depiction of defiance through fashion and the raw portrayal of societal challenges offers a compelling narrative. However, some viewers noted a lack of authenticity in certain aspects.
👍 Stellar performances, especially by Lyna Khoudri.
👎 Some found it lacking in authenticity.
