17, rue Bleue
Originally released in 2001. 17, rue Bleue is a drama film. directed by Chad Chenouga.
Starring Lysiane Meis, Abdel Halis, and Aimen Ben Ahmed
Synopsis
17, rue Bleue is an autobiographical drama about an Algerian immigrant's self-destruction in Paris. In it, director Chad Chenouga recounts how his mother, Adda, came to France as an illegal alien, hoping to escape the haunting secrets of her native land, and seeking a new life of wealth. When Adda falls in love with her employer, a wealthy Parisian named Merlin, she believes her fortune is within reach. But troubles begin when Merlin suddenly dies, leaving behind no clear will. Adda, believing in the Algerian superstition that a beauty mark on her son's hand signifies great wealth to come, throws herself into a losing court battle to win Merlin's estate. As legal defeats mount up, Adda turns to drugs, driving away friends and family members, until she's left with only her son, Chad. When he turns 16, his mother dies from her many years of drug abuse.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- ARTE France Cinéma
- BFC Productions
- Canal+
- CNC
- Quo Vadis Cinéma
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 17, rue Bleue about?
17, rue Bleue is an autobiographical drama about an Algerian immigrant's self-destruction in Paris. In it, director Chad Chenouga recounts how his mother, Adda, came to France as an illegal alien, ...
Who directed 17, rue Bleue?
17, rue Bleue was directed by Chad Chenouga.
How long is 17, rue Bleue?
17, rue Bleue has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was 17, rue Bleue released?
17, rue Bleue was released on November 21, 2001 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in 17, rue Bleue?
The main cast of 17, rue Bleue includes Lysiane Meis, Abdel Halis, Aimen Ben Ahmed, Nassim Sakhoui, Sofiane Abramovitz.