52 minSeason 1 • Episode 6
LatestOn the verge of an historic election victory, an Arabic candidate for the French presidency sees his ambitions threatened by a perfect storm of religious, cultural, and family politics.
Acting
Roschdy Zem's controlled panic is masterclass internalized pressure.
Writing
Sabri Louatah's novel adaptation keeps literary density intact.
Direction
Zlotowski treats political machinery like horror film atmosphere.
Creators
Rebecca Zlotowski, Sabri Louatah
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The series premiered months before actual far-right surges in French regional elections, making its warnings feel eerily documentary.
Roschdy Zem and director Rebecca Zlotowski previously collaborated on 'Other People's Children'; she specifically pursued him knowing he'd bring reluctant dignity to a politician.
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