Hold Back (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2012, Hold Back is a drama film directed by Rachid Djaïdani, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Paris, today. Dorcy, a young black Christian, wants to marry Sabrina, a young North African. It what would be a simple matter if it weren't for the fact that Sabrina has 40 brothers and that this easygoing wedding has crystallized a taboo still rooted in the mentalities of the two communities: no marriages between Blacks and Arabs. Slimane, the elder brother, and guardian of traditions, will oppose this union in every way possible.
Who’s in it. Hold Back stars Slimane Dazi as Slimane, Stéphane Soo Mongo as Dorcy, Sabrina Hamida as Sabrina and Nina Morato, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Hold Back has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hold Back page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hold Back tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hold Back (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hold Back change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hold Back worth watching?
- Hold Back holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hold Back?
- Hold Back stars Slimane Dazi, Stéphane Soo Mongo, Sabrina Hamida, Nina Morato and Hakim Ammar Boudjelal.
- When was Hold Back released?
- Hold Back was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.