Overview

Algeria region of the high flatlands. As Islamist groups continue to spread terror, Rashid, a young Jihadist, leaves the mountains to return to his village. In keeping with the law « of pardon and national harmony », he has to surrender to the police and give up his weapon. He thus receives amnesty and becomes a « repenti ». But the law cannot erase his crimes and for Rachid it's the beginning of a one-way journey of violence, secrets and manipulation.

Cast

Nabil Asli, Adila Bendimerad, Khaled Benaissa, Rokia Abdelali

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What is "The Repentant" about?

Algeria region of the high flatlands. As Islamist groups continue to spread terror, Rashid, a young Jihadist, leaves the mountains to return to his village. In keeping with the law « of pardon and national harmony », he has to surrender to the police and give up his weapon. He thus receives amnesty and becomes a « repenti ». But the law cannot erase his crimes and for Rachid it's the beginning of a one-way journey of violence, secrets and manipulation.

When was "The Repentant" released?

The Repentant was released in 2013.

Who stars in "The Repentant"?

The cast includes Nabil Asli, Adila Bendimerad, Khaled Benaissa, Rokia Abdelali.