Krim
Originally released in 1995. Krim is a drama film. directed by Ahmed Bouchaala. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hammou Graïa, Philippe Clay, and Elisabeth Rose
Synopsis
A prize-fighter spends 16 years in prison for killing his wife during a blind rage. Upon his release, he wanders the grim streets of an empty French housing project in search of his now teen-age daughter. His quest forms the basis of this gripping French drama. Krim is the fighter and Yasmine his estranged daughter. Krim finds his old apartment block, but it is abandoned and slated for destruction. He is terribly disappointed, for all Krim wants right now is to be happy and to have his daughter back. He sends messages back to his friend and mentor in prison telling him how wonderful it is to be out of jail. His friend, Eugene, a lifer, isn't fooled for a second and is very angry at Krim for lying to him. Meanwhile, Krim stumbles across Nora, a teen-age drug addict, who could be his long-lost daughter. Eventually, he locks her in an abandoned flat and helps her get off the junk cold-turkey. It is a terrible scene, but he succeeds and the two begin a new kind of relationship.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- LFGD
- Canal+
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Krim about?
A prize-fighter spends 16 years in prison for killing his wife during a blind rage. Upon his release, he wanders the grim streets of an empty French housing project in search of his now teen-age da...
Who directed Krim?
Krim was directed by Ahmed Bouchaala.
How long is Krim?
Krim has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Krim released?
Krim was released on May 31, 1995 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Krim?
The main cast of Krim includes Hammou Graïa, Philippe Clay, Elisabeth Rose, Zakia Tahiri, Jean-Claude Dreyfus.