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Divines (2016)
Director: Houda Benyamina
Cast: Oulaya Amamra, Déborah Lukumuena, Kévin Mischel, Jisca Kalvanda
Runtime105 min
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In a ghetto where religion and drug trafficking rub shoulders, Dounia has a lust for power and success. Supported by Maimouna, her best friend, she decides to follow in the footsteps of Rebecca, a respected dealer. But her encounter with Djigui, a young, disturbingly sensual dancer, throws her off course.
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Divines, the 2016 film directed by Houda Benyamina, received critical acclaim, winning the Caméra d'Or at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival and the César Award for Most Promising Actress. With an IMDb rating of 7.2 and a 95% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the film has been praised for its raw, gritty depiction of life in a French ghetto and the powerful performances of its lead actors.
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Divines, the 2016 drama directed by Houda Benyamina, offers a gritty yet poignant exploration of ambition, friendship, and the power dynamics of a Parisian ghetto. With standout performances from Oulaya Amamra and Déborah Lukumuena, the film blends realistic social commentary with a captivating coming-of-age narrative, making it a distinctive and thought-provoking watch for fans of character-driven dramas.
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Divines is a 2016 crime drama film directed by Houda Benyamina. It was screened in the Directors' Fortnight section at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival. At Cannes, Houda Benyamina won the Caméra d'Or. The film also was an official selection of the Toronto International Film Festival in the Discovery section. It was released on Netflix worldwide on 18 November 2016.
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