Omar Gatlato (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1976, Omar Gatlato is a notable film directed by Merzak Allouache.
What it’s about. A watershed film, Omar Gatlato held a mirror up to Algerian male culture and the mirror cracked. The title refers to the expression "gatlato al-rujula," or, roughly, "machismo killed him" and the film's mordant insights into male posturing and alienation in Algerian society animate this bit of folk wisdom. In mock documentary style, a young man recounts with wry commentary a typical day in his life in the Bab el-Oued quarter of Algiers, while the camera playfully shows a different story. In following Omar and his friends in their pursuit of happiness, the film examines with shrewd humor the gang values of urban youth; their passion for popular culture (soccer, "Hindoo" movies, Rai concerts), their hidden fear of women, and their social insecurity in an environment where they are marginalized.
Who’s in it. Omar Gatlato stars Boualem Benani as Omar Gatlato.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Omar Gatlato 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 Omar Gatlato page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Omar Gatlato (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Omar Gatlato change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Omar Gatlato worth watching?
- Omar Gatlato holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Omar Gatlato?
- Omar Gatlato stars Boualem Benani.
- When was Omar Gatlato released?
- Omar Gatlato was released in 1976.