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Divines (2016)

Movie ★ 7.7 105 min

Drama

In a ghetto where religion and drug trafficking rub shoulders, Dounia has a lust for power and success. Supported by Maimouna, her best friend, she decides to follow in the footsteps of Rebecca, a respected dealer. But her encounter with Djigui, a young, disturbingly sensual dancer, throws her off course.

Houda Benyamina Director Houda Benyamina Writer Romain Compingt Writer Malik Rumeau Writer

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Quick facts

Released
August 31, 2016
Runtime
105 min
Budget
$2.8M
IMDb
tt4730986
Country
France
Language
French
Studio
France 2 Cinéma, Easy Tiger

Themes

Cast

Oulaya Amamra Oulaya Amamra Dounia Déborah Lukumuena Déborah Lukumuena Maimouna Kévin Mischel Kévin Mischel Djigui Jisca Kalvanda Jisca Kalvanda Rebecca Yasin Houicha Yasin Houicha Samir Majdouline Idrissi Majdouline Idrissi Myriam, la mère Farid Larbi Farid Larbi Reda Bass Dhem Bass Dhem Monsieur Camara Maryama Soumare Madame Camara Wilfried Romoli Wilfried Romoli Rachid Mohamed Ourdache Mohamed Ourdache

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Frequently asked questions

What is Divines about?
In a ghetto where religion and drug trafficking rub shoulders, Dounia has a lust for power and success. Supported by Maimouna, her best friend, she decides to follow in the footsteps of Rebecca, a respected dealer. But her encounter with Djigui, a young, disturbingly sensual dancer, throws her off course.
Who directed Divines?
Divines was directed by Houda Benyamina.
Who stars in Divines?
Divines stars Oulaya Amamra, Déborah Lukumuena, Kévin Mischel, Jisca Kalvanda.
When was Divines released?
Divines is a 2016 drama film.
Where can I watch Divines?
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