A Tale of Love and Desire

 Through the elegance of erotic Arabic poetry, a young French Algerian student begins to understand the power and intensity of his desire towards a Tunisian classmate. Will he be able to subdue his feelings, or will they take over him? A Tale of Love and Desire is a French romantic drama film written and directed by Leyla Bouzid. It features Sami Outalbali, Zbeida Belhajamor, Diong-Kéba Tacu, Aurélia Petit, Mahia Zrouki, Bellamine Abdelmalek, and Mathilde Lamusse in prominent roles.