Divines (2016) movie poster

Divines (2016)

ThumbScore
👍 73%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 78% (RT: 84%, MC: 71) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

Where to Watch

Streaming
Netflix
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Director
Houda Benyamina
Runtime
1h 45m
Country
France
Language
French
TMDB Rating
7.7/10 (681 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
84%
Metacritic
71
Cast
Oulaya Amamra as Dounia
Déborah Lukumuena as Maimouna
Kévin Mischel as Djigui
Jisca Kalvanda as Rebecca
Yasin Houicha as Samir
Majdouline Idrissi as Myriam, la mère
Farid Larbi as Reda
Bass Dhem as Monsieur Camara
Most people think so. 73% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 681 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 78%.
Overview
In a ghetto where religion and drug trafficking rub shoulders, Dounia has a lust for power and success. Supported by Maimouna, her best friend, she decides to follow in the footsteps of Rebecca, a respected dealer. But her encounter with Djigui, a young, disturbingly sensual dancer, throws her off course. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Divines was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Divines is a 2016 drama film directed by Houda Benyamina. In a ghetto where religion and drug trafficking rub shoulders, Dounia has a lust for power and success. Supported by Maimouna, her best friend, she decides to follow in the footsteps of Rebecca, a respected dealer.

But her encounter with Djigui, a young, disturbingly sensual dancer, throws her off course. The film has been rated by 681 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Divines delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Divines (2016) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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