'Papicha' trivia and fun facts

Cannes Film Festival

The film participated in 2019 in the Un Certain Regard section of the Cannes Film Festival.

Lyna Khoudri

The main character, Luna Khoudri, has confirmed that she will be starring in Wes Anderson's new movie as the protagonist.

Caesar Awards

'Papicha, sueños de libertad' participates in Caesar Awards at the Art Academy in France, in Best Movie category and also its main character, Luna Khoudri, is nominated as Best Emerging Actress.

Based on a true story

The movie director was born and raised in Algeria and when she was 18 she moved to France due to Argelian civil wat. 'Papicha' is based on her own story.

International Week of the Cinema of Valladolid

The movie won Public Award and Best Directing Award during the International Week of Cinema of Valladolid.

Cineuropa's Festival

The movie won Public Award in Cineuropa's Festival at Santiago de Compostela.