Movie

The Adventures of a Hero

★ 10.0(2)19792h 5m

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Good to know

Director: Merzak Allouache
Release date: 1979-01-02
Runtime: 2h 5m
Language: Arabic
Status: Released
Country: Algeria
Studio: Office National pour le Commerce et l'Industrie Cinématographique (ONCIC)

About The Adventures of a Hero

The Adventures of a Hero is a 1979 movie in the Comedy and Adventure genres, directed by Merzak Allouache, starring Mostefa Djadjam, Hadj Smaine Mohamed Seghir and Mustapha El Anka. It has a runtime of 2 hours 5 minutes. It holds an average rating of 10.0/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Adventures of a Hero in Russia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In one of the tribes of the Algerian Sahara, everyone awaits the arrival of the hero who will defend the rights of the poor. A man decides one day to put the mark of the "hero" on his newborn son and the whole tribe celebrates the arrival of this eagerly awaited messiah who came to save them. This false hero then grows up by assuming his role of savior. Filled with cynicism, he crosses the countryside and has a number of adventures.

Cast

Mostefa Djadjam

Hadj Smaine Mohamed Seghir

Mustapha El Anka

Boudjemaâ Karèche

Samia Ammar

Bentchouban

Abou Djamel

Themes & keywords

sahara desertalgeriamaghreb

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Adventures of a Hero in Russia?+

The Adventures of a Hero is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Russia. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Adventures of a Hero on Netflix?+

The Adventures of a Hero is not on Netflix in Russia right now.

How long is The Adventures of a Hero?+

The Adventures of a Hero has a runtime of 2 hours 5 minutes (125 minutes).

Who stars in The Adventures of a Hero?+

The Adventures of a Hero stars Mostefa Djadjam, Hadj Smaine Mohamed Seghir, Mustapha El Anka, Boudjemaâ Karèche and Samia Ammar.

When did The Adventures of a Hero come out?+

The Adventures of a Hero is a 1979 movie directed by Merzak Allouache.

What genre is The Adventures of a Hero?+

The Adventures of a Hero is Comedy and Adventure film.

Who directed The Adventures of a Hero?+

The Adventures of a Hero was directed by Merzak Allouache.