

Papicha
- Drama
Nedjma, an 18-year-old student passionate about fashion design refuses to let the tragic events of the Algerian Civil War keep her from experiencing a normal life. As the social climate becomes more conservative, she rejects the new bans set by the radicals and decides to put on a fashion show.
Papicha is a 2019 Algerian drama following 18-year-old fashion student Nedjma as she defies conservative social pressures and the legacy of civil war to stage a fashion show. Released in October 2019, the film celebrates youth resilience and creative freedom against a backdrop of political tension. It's a coming-of-age story centered on fashion, identity, and resistance.
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Lyna KhoudriNedjma
Shirine BoutellaWassila
Amira Hilda DouaoudaSamira
Nadia KaciMadame Kamissi
Yasin HouichaMehdi
Zahra DoumandjiKahina
Aida GuechoudSaliha
Meriem MedjkaneLinda
Marwan ZeghbibKarim
Samir ElhakimMokhtar- Amine MentseurSlimane
Khaled BenaissaAbdellah- Abderrahmane BoudiaProfessor
- Malek GhellamatSofia
- Lina BoudraaAmel

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PAPICHA - Official UK Trailer - Out August 7th
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When was Papicha released?
Papicha was released on October 9, 2019.
What is Papicha about?
The film follows Nedjma, an 18-year-old fashion design student in Algeria who decides to organize a fashion show despite increasing social conservatism and the traumatic effects of the Algerian Civil War on society.
Where can I watch Papicha?
Papicha is available on various streaming platforms and digital retailers; check your local availability for current options.
Is Papicha based on a true story?
Papicha is a fictional drama written and directed by Mounia Meddour, though it draws on real social tensions in contemporary Algeria.


















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