Sama
Sama

Sama (1988)

None | Tunisia, Belgium, West Germany | Arabic | 90 min
Directed by: Néjia Ben Mabrouk
8.5

Based on director Néjia Ben Mabrouk's own experiences growing up. Sabra refuses to be reduced to a traditional domestic role in mid-1980s Tunisia. With the reluctant support of her mother, she seeks an education, while facing intense pressure and scrutiny from the male-dominated community.

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Release Date

Switzerland
(Locarno Film Festival, premiere)
1988-08-10
West Germany
(Berlin International Film Festival)
1989-02-16
UK
(Women's Cinema From Tangiers to Tehran)
2008-02-22
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Also Known As (A.K.A.)

Sama
(Original title)
La Trace
Algeria (French title)
La Trace
Belgium (French title)
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Parent Guide

Sex & Nudity
Unrated
Violence & Gore
Unrated
Profanity
Unrated
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Unrated
Frightening & Intense Scenes
Unrated