Destiny
Destiny

Destiny (1997)

M (AU) | France, Egypt | Arabic, French | 135 min
Directed by: Youssef Chahine
7.2

The story is set in the 12th century in Arab-ruled Spanish province Andalusia, where famed philosopher Averroes is appointed grand judge by the caliph and his liberal court judgments are not liked by everyone. The caliph's political rivals, centered around the leader of a fanatical Islamic sect, force the caliph to send Averroes into exile, but his ideas keep on living thanks to his students.

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Release Date

France
(Cannes Film Festival)
1997-05-09
Egypt
No data
1997-08-18
Switzerland
(German speaking region)
1997-08-22
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Also Known As (A.K.A.)

Destiny
(Original title)
Destiny
Australia
O Destino
Brazil
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Parent Guide

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