Sofiane, a young student in Lyon, is facing an existential crisis. After his visa was revoked, the son of a former Algerian embassy employee lives in constant fear of deportation. In search of a way to secure his residency permit, he takes a job at a Muslim funeral home. Amid parties, encounters and daily work, a transformative journey begins for him. In SIX FEET OVER, Karim Bensalah not only tells the story of a man facing an uncertain future, but also of a universal search for identity and belonging. Between traditions, new experiences and the challenges of growing up, Sofiane is confronted with his roots, his values and his own definition of home. This sensitive drama celebrates cultural diversity and the power of self-discovery. Highly acclaimed internationally, the film won the Silver Yusr for Best Screenplay at the Red Sea International Film Festival 2023 and the Nakheel Award for Best Feature Film at the Toronto Arab Film Festival 2024. Other notable accolades include the Best Director Award at the Maghreb Film Festival 2024, recognizing the film’s exceptional direction, as well as the Youth Jury Award in La Ciotat, highlighting its profound impact on younger audiences. With its authentic narrative style and a captivating performance by the lead actor, SIX FEET OVER offers a gripping reflection on identity, migration and the struggle to find one's place in the world. A must-see for lovers of powerful stories and fine nuances.
Sof loves his free life in France, but when he is threatened with deportation, he takes a job at an Islamic funeral home.
Sofiane, a young student in Lyon, is facing an existential crisis. After his visa was revoked, the son of a former Algerian embassy employee lives in constant fear of deportation. In search of a way to secure his residency permit, he takes a job at a Muslim funeral home. Amid parties, encounters and daily work, a transformative journey begins for him.
In SIX FEET OVER, Karim Bensalah not only tells the story of a man facing an uncertain future, but also of a universal search for identity and belonging. Between traditions, new experiences and the challenges of growing up, Sofiane is confronted with his roots, his values and his own definition of home.
This sensitive drama celebrates cultural diversity and the power of self-discovery. Highly acclaimed internationally, the film won the Silver Yusr for Best Screenplay at the Red Sea International Film Festival 2023 and the Nakheel Award for Best Feature Film at the Toronto Arab Film Festival 2024. Other notable accolades include the Best Director Award at the Maghreb Film Festival 2024, recognizing the film’s exceptional direction, as well as the Youth Jury Award in La Ciotat, highlighting its profound impact on younger audiences.
With its authentic narrative style and a captivating performance by the lead actor, SIX FEET OVER offers a gripping reflection on identity, migration and the struggle to find one's place in the world. A must-see for lovers of powerful stories and fine nuances.