Boucherie Halal
Originally released in 2012. Boucherie Halal is a drama/family film. directed by Babek Aliassa. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Christine Aubin Khalifah, Mani Soleymanlou, and Fariba Bonakdar
Synopsis
A muslim couple opens a butcher shop in Montreal and wishes to successfully integrate into Quebec society. But the butcher's father is an imam who sets up a little mosque in the back room and uses it to spread his fundamentalist views. When he is arrested by the RCMP on suspicions of past terrorist activities, his son, torn between love for his wife and allegiance to his father, gets involved in a plot to free him. Fed up by her husband's unwillingness to stand up to his father's wishes, the butcher's wife leaves to live a more fulfilling life away from the muslim community.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boucherie Halal about?
A muslim couple opens a butcher shop in Montreal and wishes to successfully integrate into Quebec society. But the butcher's father is an imam who sets up a little mosque in the back room and uses ...
Who directed Boucherie Halal?
Boucherie Halal was directed by Babek Aliassa.
How long is Boucherie Halal?
Boucherie Halal has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Boucherie Halal released?
Boucherie Halal was released on August 23, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Boucherie Halal?
The main cast of Boucherie Halal includes Christine Aubin Khalifah, Mani Soleymanlou, Fariba Bonakdar, Abdelghafour Elaaziz, Said Benyoucef.