Algeria's most chaotic composer accidentally becomes a folk hero — and it's a whole vibe.
An Algerian music composer and his friends live a thrilling story, full of twists and turns.
Acting
Omar Guendouz carries every scene with chaotic charm.
Score
Mustapha El Anka's raï-infused compositions slap hard.
Director
Mohamed Hilmi
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
El Ouelf Essaïb captures post-colonial Algeria's 1990s cultural renaissance, when raï music was exploding globally while local filmmakers struggled with censorship.
Director Mohamed Hilmi cast his own brother Saïd in a lead role — the family dinner table must have been INTENSE during production.
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