The Magnet

The Magnet

2000 · 90 min · ★ 5.4 · Crime, Drama

The story of a group of friends, all around 30, who live in the Le Panier district of Marseille, France. It's not a bad life, made up of slightly shady dealings, nights out, sun and just hanging out. But the neighborhood is an inescapable presence. Over a period of a few summer days, their carefree lives will plunge into a predictable tragedy.

Directed by Kamel Saleh · Written by Akhenaton

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