Real-life Rai musicians Cheb Mami and Khaled star in the film for authentic cultural representation
Explores the intersection of immigrant communities and social tensions in Paris for a unique narrative
Music-driven story highlights the power of art to transcend prejudice and division
Includes English subtitles for accessible viewing
Official selection of the Venice Film Festival 1997 for critical acclaim
Summarized by Shop
The joyous and vibrant sound of rai - a centuries-old Algerian folk music known for its often racy and politically charged lyric, and influenced over the years by flamenco, jazz and, most recently rap-gorgeously suffuse 100% Arabica’s culture-clash story.
In a housing project located on the outskirts of Paris renamed "100% Arabica" by its
