Until The Birds Return (2017)

In the heart of contemporary Algeria, three intertwining tales unfold, each narrating the struggles, hopes, and desires of three generations. Mourad, a prosperous real estate developer, navigates the tumultuous seas of his personal life. He grapples with a sense of dissatisfaction, despite his wealth, and struggles to bring happiness to those in his orbit: Lila, his bewildered ex-wife; Rash, his discontented second wife; and his disenchanted son, Nacim. Alongside Mourad's story, the tale of Aicha unfurls. This young woman teeters on the edge of her future, caught between her clandestine love for Djabil, Mourad's chauffeur, and a predestined marriage. As Djabil transports Aicha and her father from bustling Algiers to Biskra, the tension between obligation and passion escalates, painting a vivid portrait of their entangled hearts. Simultaneously, in Sétif, the life of Dahman, a neurologist standing on the precipice of matrimony, is thrown into disarray. As he awaits a longed-for promotion and dreams of marrying Radia, a sudden accusation from a woman from his past threatens to ripple through his meticulously arranged future. "Until The Birds Return" weaves these compelling narratives into a rich tapestry of modern Algerian life, exploring themes of love, ambition, and the pursuit of happiness amidst the complexities of tradition and societal expectations.

Until The Birds Return is a drama movie featuring Mohamed Djouhari and directed by Karim Moussaoui.

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