Halfaouine: Boy of the Terraces 1990
Step into the sun-drenched streets of a Tunisian village with *Halfaouine: Boy of the Terraces* (1990), Férid Boughedir's tender and vibrant coming-of-age drama.
Director: Férid Boughedir
Cast
Selim Boughedir
Noura
Mustafa Adouani
Si Azzouz, Noura's father
Rabia Ben Abdallah
Jamila, Noura's mother
Mohammed Driss
Salih
Hélène Catzaras
Latifa
Fatima Ben Saïdane
Salouha
Carolyn Chelby
Leila
Abdelhamid Guayas
Sheikh Mokhtar
Jamel Sassi
Moncef
Zahira Ben Ammar
The matron
Frequently Asked Questions
What is *Halfaouine: Boy of the Terraces* (1990) about?
This 1990 Tunisian film follows twelve-year-old Noura as he navigates the confusing shift from childhood to adulthood in his tight-knit village. Rejected by the women's baths and too young for adult conversations, Noura grapples with his changing world while leaning on his rebellious friend Salih for support.
Who directed *Halfaouine: Boy of the Terraces*?
Férid Boughedir directed this coming-of-age gem, blending humor and heart to explore growing pains in a Tunisian village.
Who stars in *Halfaouine: Boy of the Terraces*?
The film features Selim Boughedir, Mustapha Adouani, Rabia Ben Abdallah, Mohammed Driss, and Hélène Catzaras in key roles.
Is *Halfaouine: Boy of the Terraces* (1990) worth watching?
With its rich cultural setting and honest portrayal of adolescence, *Halfaouine* offers a touching and visually vibrant experience. While IMDb ratings aren't available, its blend of comedy and drama makes it a compelling watch for fans of world cinema and coming-of-age stories.
How long is *Halfaouine: Boy of the Terraces*?
The film runs for 98 minutes.
About Halfaouine: Boy of the Terraces (1990) — A Sunlit Coming-of-Age Tale from Tunisia
Step into the sun-drenched streets of a Tunisian village with *Halfaouine: Boy of the Terraces* (1990), Férid Boughedir's tender and vibrant coming-of-age drama. At its heart is twelve-year-old Noura, caught in a whirlwind of change as he teeters between childhood innocence and the restless stirrings of adolescence. Banished from the women's baths that once cradled his youth, he finds no solace in adult conversations either—his village's men remain a distant, unrelatable world. His only confidant is Salih, a rebellious outcast whose sharp wit and defiance mirror Noura's own unspoken frustrations. Boughedir crafts a story rich with cultural texture, where every alleyway and courtyard hums with the warmth of community and the quiet tension of growing up.
Starring Selim Boughedir, Mustapha Adouani, and Rabia Ben Abdallah, this 98-minute gem blends comedy and drama to explore themes of identity, social boundaries, and the bittersweet passage into adulthood. With its sunlit visuals and deeply human storytelling, *Halfaouine: Boy of the Terraces* doesn't just paint a picture of a place—it captures the universal ache of leaving childhood behind.
