Divines

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Synopsis

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.

Directed by

Houda Benyamina

Written by

Romain Compingt, Houda Benyamina, Malik Rumeau

Cast

Oulaya Amamra

Dounia

Déborah Lukumuena

Maimouna

Kévin Mischel

Djigui

Jisca Kalvanda

Rebecca

Yasin Houicha

Samir

Majdouline Idrissi

Myriam, la mère

Farid Larbi

Reda

Bass Dhem

Monsieur Camara

MA

Maryama Soumare

Madame Camara

Wilfried Romoli

Rachid

Mohamed Ourdache

Details

Released

August 31, 2016

Runtime

1h 45m

Status

Released

Language

FR

Country

France

Budget

$2,791,874

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