Movie Overview
Samba is a Drama, Comedy film. It has an IMDb rating of 6.341/10, based on 938 votes.
Directed by: Éric Toledano, Olivier Nakache
Produced by: Yann Zenou, Omar Sy, Laurent Zeitoun, Nicolas Duval Adassovsky
Storyline
Samba migrated to France 10 years ago from Senegal, and has since been plugging away at various lowly jobs. Alice is a senior executive who has recently undergone a burnout. Both struggle to get out of their dead-end lives. Samba's willing to do whatever it takes to get working papers, while Alice tries to get her life back on track until fate draws them together.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 2014-10-15 |
|---|---|
| Runtime | 118 minutes |
| Budget | $20,000,000 |
| Box Office | $151,530 |
| Languages | العربية, Français, English, Português, Pусский, Srpski |
Cast & Characters
The film features remarkable performances by the following actors:
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Omar Sy | Samba Cissé |
| Charlotte Gainsbourg | Alice |
| Tahar Rahim | Walid aka Wilson |
| Izïa Higelin | Manu |
| Issaka Sawadogo | Jonas Karanoto |
| Hélène Vincent | Marcelle |
| Youngar Fall | Lamouna, Samba's uncle |
| Christiane Millet | Madeleine |
| Jacqueline Jehanneuf | Maggy |
| Liya Kebede | Magali aka 'Gracieuse' |
Production Details
| Production Companies | Ten Films, Gaumont, Quad Productions |
|---|---|
| Filming Locations | France |
| Cinematographers | N/A |
Critical Reception
This movie currently has an IMDb rating of 6.341/10, based on 938 votes. Reviews reflect audience appreciation of its unique qualities.
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Why Watch?
If you’re a fan of Drama, Comedy, Samba is highly recommended. From its performances to its unique storytelling, it’s bound to leave an impression.