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| La Citadelle | |
|---|---|
| Arabic | El Kalaa |
| Directed by | Mohamed Chouikh |
| Written by | Mohamed Chouikh |
| Produced by | Mohamed Tahar Harhoura |
| Starring | Djilali Ain-Tedeles |
| Cinematography | Allel Yahyaoui |
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Running time | 96 mins |
| Country | Algeria |
| Language | Arabic |
La Citadelle (in Arabic El Kalaa) [1] is a 1988 Algerian film written and directed by Mohamed Chouikh. A tragi-comedy set against the background of sexual inequality, it traces the amorous adventures of the young Kaddour, whose arranged marriage is intended as a lesson taught to him by his elders. Starring Djilali Ain-Tedeles, it won the prize for Best Cinematography (Allel Yahyaoui) at the 11th FESPACO held at Ouagadougou in 1989.
