Renault 12
Originally released in 2018. Renault 12 is a documentary film. directed by Mohamed El Khatib. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Shortly after his mother’s passing, playwright and stage director Mohamed El Khatib receives a phone call from his uncle in Bab Berred, the family’s village in the Moroccan Rif, instructing him to come as soon as possible to collect his inheritance – mysteriously insisting that he should make the trip in a Renault 12. Coaxed by his father, El Khatib decides to make the journey from Orléans to Tangier. Structured like a road movie, Renault 12 is also the filmmaker’s quest to discover his own origins, in which he both documents chance encounters and stages situations to bring social, political, and cultural landscapes to light.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 9, 2018
7 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
User Rating
7.6/10
Great (4 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Les Films d'Ici
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renault 12 about?
Shortly after his mother’s passing, playwright and stage director Mohamed El Khatib receives a phone call from his uncle in Bab Berred, the family’s village in the Moroccan Rif, instructing him...
Who directed Renault 12?
Renault 12 was directed by Mohamed El Khatib.
How long is Renault 12?
Renault 12 has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was Renault 12 released?
Renault 12 was released on May 9, 2018 in theaters.