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Watch TrailerIn Paris during WWII, an Algerian immigrant is inspired to join the resistance by his unexpected friendship with a Jewish man. Based on not very known facts about the Muslim community in Paris during WWII, when the Paris Mosque and its dynamic leader played a pivotal role in supporting the resistance and rescuing Jews.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Les hommes libres |
| Year | 2011 |
| Country | France |
| Genre | Drama, History, War |
| Director | Ismaël Ferroukhi |
| Runtime | 99 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.6/10 (31 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its narrative around the contrast of two fates, gradually weaving personal drama with a little-known historical context. It relies on a restrained, almost documentary style to underscore the authenticity of this remarkable story of solidarity.
What lingers after viewing is a profound sense of a hidden chapter of history, where courage wore not a uniform but the quiet resolve to protect a stranger. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Ismaël Ferroukhi
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For a contemplative viewing, best absorbed in a quiet setting to fully appreciate its historical weight.
🎭 Cast
Tahar Rahim
Younes
Michael Lonsdale
Si Kaddour Ben Ghabrit
Lubna Azabal
Warba Shlimane alias Leila
Mahmoud Shalaby
Salim Halali
Christopher Buchholz
Major von Ratibor
Farid Larbi
Ali
Stéphane Rideau
Francis
Bruno Fleury
L'inspecteur
François Delaive
Le chef de la Gestapo
Noureddine Souli
Le premier résistant
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