Viva Algeria (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2004, Viva Algeria is a drama film directed by Nadir Moknèche, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. This movie portrays three women living in today's Algeria between modern society and Islamic fundamentalism, self-determination and dependence. Goucem, a young woman who works for a photographer and mistress of a rich doctor, her mother Papicha, a former cabaret star, and her best friend Fifi, a prostitute, all live in a hotel in the city center of Algiers. Their difficult personal situation and the growing influence of Islam lead to dramatic consequences...
Who’s in it. Viva Algeria stars Nadia Kaci as Fifi, Lubna Azabal as Goucem, Biyouna as Papicha and Lounès Tazairt as Docteur Aniss Sassi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Viva Algeria has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Viva Algeria page.
If you liked it. Fans of Viva Algeria tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Viva Algeria (2004)?
- In US, Viva Algeria is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Viva Algeria worth watching?
- Viva Algeria holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Viva Algeria?
- Viva Algeria stars Nadia Kaci, Lubna Azabal, Biyouna, Lounès Tazairt and Florence Giorgetti.
- When was Viva Algeria released?
- Viva Algeria was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.