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Thala My Love (2017): cast, story & where to watch

2017 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 2017, Thala My Love is a notable film directed by Mehdi Hmili.

What it’s about. Beginning of January 2011, during the Tunisian revolution, Mohamed, a political prisoner, escapes from jail and returns to his native town Thala. He finds it in the midst of a revolt. He has only one goal: to find his fiancée Hourya. Mohamed is helped in his flight by Belgacem a coalman and former agent of the regime who is hoping to be redeemed. He hides Mohamed in his garage. On the night of January 9th, Mohamed witnesses yet another slaughter. As he carries the dead body of a young man to hospital, a young protestor films him on his cell phone and the video is uploaded on Facebook. Meanwhile, we discover Hourya who lives with her husband, Adel, a quiet man who has accepted her past but forbids her of taking part in any political activity. Hourya who was raped in prison after Mohamed's arrest, believes that Mohamed has died under torture and to save her own life, she accepted to get married to Adel whom she does not love.

Who’s in it. Thala My Love stars Ghanem Zrelli as Mohamed and Najla Ben Abdallah.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Thala My Love 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 Thala My Love page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Thala My Love (2017)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thala My Love change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Thala My Love worth watching?
Thala My Love holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Thala My Love?
Thala My Love stars Ghanem Zrelli and Najla Ben Abdallah.
When was Thala My Love released?
Thala My Love was released in 2017.