Man of Ashes (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1985, Man of Ashes is a drama film directed by Nouri Bouzid, running about 109 minutes.
What it’s about. In the ensuing days before his wedding bridegroom Hachemi faces both the anxieties of the future and the shadows of the past. His best friend, Farfat, is the topic of street graffiti and local gossip, which calls his manhood into question. This ripples out to affect Hachemi for, unbeknownst to anyone, as apprenticed youths they were molested by Ameur, the local carpenter. Farfat is banished from his father's home and the shared secret between the two friends threatens to undo more than just the wedding, but their very lives.
Who’s in it. Man of Ashes stars Mouna Noureddine as Nefissa, Mustapha Adouani as Ameur, Khaled Ksouri as Farfat and Yacoub Bchiri as Levy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Man of Ashes 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 Man of Ashes page.
If you liked it. Fans of Man of Ashes tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Man of Ashes (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Man of Ashes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Man of Ashes worth watching?
- Man of Ashes holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Man of Ashes?
- Man of Ashes stars Mouna Noureddine, Mustapha Adouani, Khaled Ksouri, Yacoub Bchiri and Wassila Chaouki.
- When was Man of Ashes released?
- Man of Ashes was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.