In the 1980s, a family of Algerian origin set off from Parisian Suburb Asnières-sur-Seine in France towards Marseille to take the ferry to Algeria. Lydia is spending her first summer without her big sister, who has just gotten married. The father promises his children that they will discover a wonderful country that he has always been homesick for. In the rickety vehicle they are travelling in, there is an atmosphere of joy and excitement, freedom and nostalgia. But the mood in the small, cramped van quickly turns negative as the father becomes more and more annoyed and patriarchal the closer they get to their destination.

About the Filmmaker:

Born in 1993 in Asnières, Rayane Mcirdi is a French filmmaker and visual artist who graduated from the École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts de Paris in 2019. His unique work straddles the line between documentary and fiction, delicately exploring the connections between North Africa and the Parisian suburbs. Mcirdi's creations, marked by characters and colors deeply rooted in both popular imagination and a contemplative aesthetic, have been showcased in prestigious galleries and institutions worldwide. He stands out for his ability to capture the essence of his subjects with profound sensitivity and an innovative approach, making him a prominent figure in the new contemporary cinema.