Choosing Love

Choosing Love

2008 · 53 min · ★ 7.1 · Drama

In Paris, a university student attempts to lead a double life - in love with her French boyfriend Pascal, and staying true to her Algerian family, particular her strict, traditional father. In Algiers, her cousin Yacine leads a parallel life, preparing to leave his girlfriend to move to Paris.

Directed by Rachid Hami · Written by Rachid Hami

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