Poetical Refugee
2001, French. Directed by Abdellatif Kechiche.
Like a Candide dreaming of Eldorado, Jallel lands in France, hoping to try his luck. From encounter to encounter, hostel to social welfare group, Jallel will make his way through a Paris of outcasts. Although failing to achieve his hopes, he discovers and shares in the solidarity felt by the destitute.
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Details
- Released
- 14 February 2001
- Original title
- La Faute à Voltaire
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Abdellatif Kechiche
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Poetical Refugee: quick answers
Is Poetical Refugee worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Poetical Refugee?
Poetical Refugee runs 130 minutes (2h 10m).
Does Poetical Refugee have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is Poetical Refugee on?
Poetical Refugee isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 14 February 2001. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Poetical Refugee?
If you liked Poetical Refugee, try The Passengers of the Night, Sign of the Lion, Souleymane's Story.
Who directed Poetical Refugee?
Poetical Refugee (2001) was directed by Abdellatif Kechiche and stars Sami Bouajila, Élodie Bouchez, Bruno Lochet.