Poetical Refugee

2001 | 130 minutes | 6.6 ★ (33)

Poetical Refugee
  • Overview

    Like a Candide dreaming of Eldorado, Jallel lands in France, hoping to try his luck. From encounter to encounter, hostel to social welfare group, Jallel will make his way through a Paris of outcasts. Although failing to achieve his hopes, he discovers and shares in the solidarity felt by the destitute. –uniFrance

  • Release Date

    14 February 2001

  • DirectingAbdellatif Kechiche
  • Budget

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  • Revenue

    $0.00

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