Olfa has four daughters, but one day, the two eldest ones vanish. Attempting to fill the void left by them, filmmaker Kaouther Ben Hania brings two professional actresses to the family. They are to step into the roles of the daughters and try to compensate for the family's loss. Memories from their lives are reconstructed, and gradually, the truth about the missing daughters is uncovered.
Read moreWith this highly original concept, blending documentary and fiction, the film is a powerful, touching, and unconventional family portrait that leaves a mark. Despite addressing a serious and tragic theme, the film is also light and optimistic in its portrayal of how a strong matriarch tries to reclaim everyday life.
The film won the award for Best Documentary at the Cannes Film Festival and is also nominated for an Oscar.
Screenings
Tuesday 05. march 21.00 | 21.00 | Prinsen 3 |
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Friday 08. march 14.00 | 14.00 | Prinsen 3 |
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Sunday 10. march 12.00 | 12.00 | Prinsen 2 |
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Information
Original title | LES FILLES D'OLFA | |
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Director | Kaouther BEN HANIA | |
Year | 2023 | |
Length | 110 min | |
Country | France, Tunisia, Germany | |
Language | Arabic | |
Subtitles | norwegian |