I Still Hide to Smoke (2017)

In the tense climate of Algiers, 1995, the tale unfolds in the steamy heart of a traditional hammam, a sanctuary from the prying eyes of men. Here, Fatima, a strong-willed masseuse, presides over this intimate world of laughter, tears, and passionate debates. As she navigates through her day, the city’s undercurrent of unrest finds its way to her doorstep, making every moment a struggle to maintain harmony. The hammam bath, usually a haven, brims with intensity as the lives of mothers, lovers, virgins, and fervent Islamists crisscross, their stories woven together within its walls. Their voices echo against the tiles, resonating with the clashing notes of the Bible and the Koran. The air is thick with the spirit of camaraderie and conflict, the sighs of relief, and the whispers of secrets. Fatima's day takes an unexpected turn when Meriem, a sixteen-year-old pregnant girl, seeks refuge within the hammam's steamy sanctuary. The arrival further electrifies the atmosphere, the tension reaching a boiling point. In the shadowy corners, the ominous whistle of a dagger can be heard, heralding the arrival of Meriem's irate brother, Mohamed, whose honor burns hotter than the bath's steam, eager to cleanse it in blood. As the distant echoes of a terrorist attack resonate within the hammam and the silence of God hangs heavy in the air, Fatima must navigate the turbulence within and outside her small universe. 'I Still Hide to Smoke' is a riveting tale of strength, honor, and the thin line between sanctuary and battleground.

I Still Hide to Smoke is a drama movie featuring Hiam Abbass.

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