FOR MY COUNTRY

POUR LA FRANCE

By Rachid HAMI

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Drama - Completed 2022

Aissa, a young officer of Algerian origin, tragically loses his life during a fresher initiation ritual at the prestigious French military academy of Saint-Cyr. Ismael, his older, rebellious brother, tries to keep the family united as they fight to win justice for Aissa.

Festivals
& Awards

La Biennale di Venezia - Venice FF 2022
Orizzonti
Ventana Sur 2022
European Screenings
    • Year of production
    • 2022
    • Genres
    • Drama
    • Countries
    • FRANCE
    • Languages
    • FRENCH
    • Duration
    • 113 mn
    • Director(s)
    • Rachid HAMI
    • Synopsis
    • Aissa, a young officer of Algerian origin, tragically loses his life during a fresher initiation ritual at the prestigious French military academy of Saint-Cyr. As the death tears through his family, controversy arises over Aissa’s funeral plans when the Army refuses to take responsibility. Ismael, his older, rebellious brother, tries to keep the family united as they fight to win justice for Aissa.

      After La Melodie (“Orchestra Class” – Venice 2017 Official Selection), French director Rachid Hami delves into a deeply personal story about a family in mourning amidst a quest for honor and recognition.