In Seventh Heaven

In Seventh Heaven

2013 · 39 min · ★ 4.5 · Drama

Sofiane lives in a high-rise block at the edges of Paris. A violent young man, he tries to be like his gang of friends. However, Sofiane is attracted to guys. Through his contradictions, he embodies the confusion of today's idle young people who have lost their bearings and live withdrawn into themselves.

Directed by Guillaume Foirest · Written by Guillaume Foirest

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