Fadhma N'Soumer

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Fadhma N'Soumer, is a 2014 Algerian movie, directed by Belkacem Hadjadj, and starring Laëtitia Eïdo, Salem Ait Ali Belkacem, Ali Amrane. with a runtime of 110 minutes.

Overview

Fadhma N'Soumer is an Algerian historical drama film that brings to life the extraordinary story of a young Kabyle woman from the Djurdjura mountains who became a symbol of resistance against French colonial rule. Drawing on real events from the early decades of the French occupation of Algeria, the film portrays her fierce courage and unwavering determination to defend her ancestral land when all around her faced subjugation. A tribute to a largely overlooked chapter of North African history, the film stands as a powerful portrait of female resistance and national identity.

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