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Once Upon a Time in Algeria

2023

Comedy

2h06

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7.7/10

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2.5/5

Press

3.5/5

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DR

Dominique Roche rated ★ 7/10

Film très sympa, tout le monde joue très bien une histoire quelque peu déjà vu mais joli film

Synopsis

Follows the childhood of the filmmaker Antoine Lisner. He travels to Algiers to present a feature-length film while being accompanied by his son, who was the same age as him when he left Algeria in 1962.

Community Reviews

Viewers generally find 'Le Petit Blond de la Casbah' emotionally engaging and beautifully nostalgic, capturing the essence of a bygone era through the eyes of a child. The film's portrayal of Algerian Jewish life and its rich tapestry of characters evoke strong feelings of joy, sadness, and nostalgia. While most praise the film for its touching narrative and excellent performances, some feel it lacks depth in addressing historical complexities.

👍 Rich tapestry of nostalgic characters

👎 May oversimplify historical complexities

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Reviews and Comments

1 reviews
Joachim Munoz
Joachimrated ★ 10/10
January 22, 2026

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