Honey Cigar (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2020, Honey Cigar is a drama film directed by Kamir Aïnouz, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Paris, 1993. Selma, 17, lives in a bourgeois and secular Berber family. When she meets and is strongly attracted to Julien, a dashing young man, she realizes for the first time the heavy rules of her patriarchal family and how they affect her intimacy. As Islamism takes over her country of origin and her family crumbles, Selma discovers the power of her own desire. She must resist and fight. Through the strength of her people, she starts walking down the path of what it means to become a free woman.
Who’s in it. Honey Cigar stars Zoé Adjani as Selma, Amira Casar as Selma's Mother, Lyes Salem as Selma's Father and Louis Peres as Julien, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Honey Cigar has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Honey Cigar page.
If you liked it. Fans of Honey Cigar tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Honey Cigar (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Honey Cigar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Honey Cigar worth watching?
- Honey Cigar holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Honey Cigar?
- Honey Cigar stars Zoé Adjani, Amira Casar, Lyes Salem, Louis Peres and Idir Chender.
- When was Honey Cigar released?
- Honey Cigar was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.