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Douce France (1995): cast, story & where to watch

1995 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1995, Douce France is a notable film directed by Malik Chibane.

What it’s about. In this French comedy, the young adult children of working-class Arab immigrants living in the projects of suburban Paris endeavor to find a suitable cultural identity. The story centers on four young men in their 20s: Farida, who tries to live according to family traditions; his rebellious sister Souad, who wants to be as Westernized as possible and works at a fast-food outlet; her ex-boyfriend, Jean Luc, who wants to be an immigrant lawyer; and his friend Moussa. The film is comprised of brief incidents from their lives.

Who’s in it. Douce France stars Frédéric Diefenthal as Jean-Luc, Fadila Belkebla as Farida, Mohamed Ourdache as L'Imam and Lionel Abelanski as Le Vendeur, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Douce France has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Douce France page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Douce France (1995)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Douce France change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Douce France worth watching?
Douce France holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Douce France?
Douce France stars Frédéric Diefenthal, Fadila Belkebla, Mohamed Ourdache, Lionel Abelanski and Pierre Forest.
When was Douce France released?
Douce France was released in 1995.