Aicha (2024) Movie Script
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Freely based on true events which
occurred in Tunisia after the revolution
Wait up!
Good morning.
- Aya Dhaoui, sorry I'm late.
- Get in.
- Hello, Aya.
- Hello, Mahmoud.
One seat for Tunis left.
Tozeur FM, the best radio of the south.
What did you do before?
I was driving jeeps,
for the tourists,
but with the crisis,
I was let go.
I hate being idle.
A friend told me about
the driver job in the hotel,
so here I am.
It's the same everywhere
with the crisis,
people are let go.
Hotels are closing.
We are very lucky,
we have a fantastic manager,
even during Covid,
he kept us on the payroll.
- Have a nice day.
- You too.
Enjoy your work.
See you later.
Good morning ladies.
Everyone ready?
Listen up those who do not
already have their schedule.
Here's the weekly program.
Radhia:
cleaning, laundry and ironing.
Baya: bar, lunch service and pool.
I want it clean this week.
Aya: cleaning, lunch service
and mini-club.
Nesserine: spa, animation and bar.
Don't forget to smile.
I don't want to see you frowning.
You have 5 minutes.
Room service.
Hello my dear fans,
I hope you are all well.
So, for the outfit of the day,
and those earrings you loved so much,
I'll post a collective message
with all the details.
Where are my clothes?
Good day, madam,
I put them in the closet.
I didn't allow you.
Excuse me.
Come here, girl.
Thanks.
Thank you.
Aya.
I brought stew, do you want some?
You're a savior,
I forgot my lunch.
I'll be with you.
- Hello.
- Hello.
Hi.
Apparently the boss is coming back
and wants to see us all.
It's not a good sign.
Girls, have you heard anything?
Not even you, Aya?
No.
When are you coming back?
- Good night.
- Good night.
- Good evening.
- Hello.
Good evening, dad.
What did you buy us?
Nothing, mum.
I bought a jacket.
Do you think it was wise?
Every penny counts.
Don't worry,
I paid the rent and the bills,
and it was only 4 dinars
at the thrift shop.
Give me a hand.
The driver is still waiting.
Please don't, they are counted.
There is stew in the fridge.
No, thanks.
The governor's wife is driving me nuts.
She changed the menu 3 times.
I've been shopping all day.
Put the rose petals on the rice.
Take the rice and fetch the pastilia.
By the way, Mounira called me.
She wants to introduce you to her cousin
who recently divorced.
Believe me,
he is a good match.
Mounira says he is very rich.
Sure he is a bit old,
but at least he will be able
to help us.
Because I don't help you?
Sure you help us, as you can.
But look at us, your father and I
at our age,
covered in debt.
Give this man a chance.
Please trust me.
Dad, you don't say anything?
Your word will be mine.
I'm going to bed.
Think about it, my dear.
It's a rare opportunity, for us all.
Got it, mum.
Good morning, everyone.
Welcome, everybody.
Thank you for being here.
I've called you here to inform you about
our talks with the head office in Tunis.
First and foremost,
my director's contract
has been renewed.
You'll have to put up with me
for another 2 years.
Then,
unfortunately,
despite your best efforts,
the head office in Tunis
wants to let some of you go.
It wasn't an easy decision.
Believe me.
After all, we are family,
and you're like brothers to me.
But the crisis is worse than expected.
It's not our fault!
It's not up to me.
- You're the manager!
- Silence, please.
- Lamia Hadfi.
- What is he doing?
Mahmoud Galoul,
Radhia Gamaoun,
Aya Dhaoui,
Jannet Mbarki,
Imene Galoul,
Chahrazade Ben Amor
and Sahbi Gabous.
Those mentioned remain
and the others are asked
to finish the month and leave.
- What? It can't be!
- Let him finish!
- What else does he have to say?
- Calm down!
What you are doing
is despicable, Mr. Youssef!
It's is a wrongful dismissal!
What's wrong?
What's the matter?
I'm talking to you.
Say something.
What the hell are you doing?
What the hell? Are you crazy?
We'll be seen.
You'll never get a divorce!
Give me more time.
4 years I've been waiting, Youssef.
How much longer?
I don't know what to say
to my parents!
The same old story.
I didn't ask you anything.
You promised.
What? What promises?
I didn't promise you anything.
You knew what you were getting into.
Keep it down, they'll hear you.
You promised me Tunis,
a new life.
Did you forget or was I dreaming?
Didn't you miss me?
You're going to keep your job.
Aren't you happy?
We can keep seeing each other.
What exactly should I be happy about?
Every time you leave, you forget me.
You don't send messages.
The situation suits you.
You go home, to your wife,
you have fun.
Then you come back here,
you get laid and you leave again.
Yes, I renewed my contract.
It's a huge opportunity.
Give me 2 more years.
2 years is nothing.
Then we'll go wherever you want.
Stop now, please.
2 years go by fast.
Be patient.
Hello.
I'll be right there.
It's a mess downstairs.
Honey, I need to go.
Stay here, I'll be back.
Hi, Baya,
the doctor you told me about,
I've changed my mind,
you can call him.
I want a reconstruction.
I'll see you tomorrow.
Departure for Redeyef.
- Good morning.
- Morning.
- Aya Dhaoui.
- Yes, get in.
Aya Dhaoui.
- Hello everyone.
- Good morning.
Mahmoud and Imene Galoul,
Radhia Gamaoun.
Mahmoud, Imene Galoul
and Radhia Gamaoun.
Welcome on board.
What about Kamel?
He is so diligent, never missed a day,
and yet they fired him.
You're right about him, poor guy.
He's 3 months from retirement.
Look at this woman, Abdelhamid.
Please stop.
- I'm not stopping.
- Please.
I'm not stopping for anyone.
- I don't want to lose my job.
- Come on, Abdelhamid.
- I told you no.
- See what she wants, come on.
Please, my brother, can you drop me off
on your way? I'll miss the bus.
I can't, sister. I can't take people
who aren't on my list, sorry.
I've been waiting for 3 hours, please!
No bus came by.
Sorry, I'm still new,
I don't want to lose my job.
Come on, Abdelhamid!
Let her in.
Mahmoud, stay out of this.
I don't want any trouble.
Everything will be fine.
No one will find out.
- You take responsibility then.
- I'll see with the hotel.
May God light your way
and make your dreams come true.
Help me!
Give me your hand.
Your hand.
I'll try from the other side.
Aya.
Aya.
I'm coming from the other side,
I'm coming.
Over here!
Over here!
Lieutenant, the hotel has sent
the passenger list.
Mahmoud Galoul, may he rest in peace!
Imene Galoul, may she rest in peace!
- Radhia Gamoun, may she rest in peace!
- Up, here!
Aya Dhaoui, may she rest in peace!
Abdelhamid Mbarki,
may he rest in peace...
I still can't believe it.
It's a shock for everyone.
Despite the degradation
of the charred bodies,
the prosecutor confirmed
the identity of the 7 victims,
who worked in the same hotel.
May their souls rest in peace and
heartfelt thoughts to their families.
We are now
in front of the Mirage Palace...
50,000 per head at least.
The insurance company
says we should pay now...
and avoid a lawsuit
from the relatives.
50,000 a head!
They wouldn't have had that
in their lifetime.
Dead, they're worth gold.
The police told me to return tomorrow.
I have nowhere to stay. Please.
I can pay you now if you like.
It's okay for tonight, but I need
your ID loss declaration tomorrow.
- Yes, of course.
- 720 dinars for two nights.
Alright.
Thank you.
- This is for you.
- Thank you very much.
Please fill out the safety form.
- Hello.
- Hello.
Name and surname:
Amira Ben Arfa.
Hi,
I'm calling about the ad.
It's already rented.
That's okay.
Thank you. Bye.
I'm calling about the flat.
Is it still available?
Great. Can I see it today?
Can we avoid a notarized signature?
I can pay 6 months' rent in advance.
Hello,
good morning.
- Hello.
- Hi.
I called you about the ad.
Amira? Please come in.
Thanks.
The big mess here is my bedroom.
I study all day
so there's no time to tidy up.
This is the living room,
and this, the room for rent.
Please, come in.
You've got a lot of storage space here.
I think I sense a little accent
but I can't figure out where from.
- From Nabeul.
- Ah, great, welcome.
I love Nabeul, it's alive,
not like Seliana, it's dead.
What do you do?
You study? You work?
I used to work in a hotel
but I'm starting a new life in Tunis.
That's great, good luck.
I have to ask you a question
that may seem intrusive.
Do you have people
who may come in unannounced?
Maybe your parents, your fianc,
your brothers.
I don't really like surprise visits,
you know.
Don't worry.
I'm an orphan,
an only child and single.
Sorry to hear that.
The lease is in my name,
so no need to go to the town hall,
and that's it.
I really like the room,
I can see myself in it.
I have one condition,
I ask for 3 months' deposit
because my ex-roommate
left without paying.
No worries, I'm ready to pay.
Listen, there's still 2 more visits,
and I'll call you back
to let you know the answer.
I can pay right now,
even 6 months, not just 3.
It's not a problem.
- This is really good.
- Thanks.
I told you I knew how to cook.
So, go on,
how did you decide to come to Tunis?
At the hotel,
we worked several jobs,
for an extra 2 cents.
I left, to try my luck here.
Honestly, wow.
It's a brave thing to do.
Is this your first time in Tunis?
I came once with my parents as a child.
May they rest in peace.
Have they been gone long?
I'm sorry.
I didn't mean to trouble you.
No worries.
They died when I was 14.
Car accident.
May they rest in peace.
So, what do you remember
about Tunis?
- The medina.
- Yes.
- The Belvedere Zoo.
- Yes.
I've been promised many times
to discover more,
but to no avail.
You're here now.
What about you?
Have you lived here long?
Over 6 years now.
I came for my bachelor's degree,
then I did my master
and now I'm finishing my PhD.
No way I'm going back to Seliana.
I'm staying here.
Doctorate in what?
In humanities.
I mean social science.
Yes, I see.
Sorry, that's my phone.
That's a nice tattoo.
Thanks, it's old.
Listen,
do you want to go out?
Yes.
It's better than the zoo here, isn't it?
So, you didn't tell me,
do you want some wine with me?
Okay, a little.
Great.
I have some friends who may join us,
I hope you don't mind.
- They are very nice.
- No problem.
So,
tell me everything.
How will you spend your days?
What are your plans?
To be honest, I don't have any.
I just want to have fun. Then we'll see.
This is my first vacation ever.
- Really?
- Yes.
Let's toast to that first vacation then!
You seem thirsty.
Cheers!
There she is.
Meet my new roommate.
Amira, Khaled.
Rafik.
Nice to meet you.
- Likewise.
- Please.
- I'm so sorry.
- Don't worry about it.
That's the ros's fault.
Thanks.
- I'm so sorry.
- No, it's nothing.
- Welcome, mademoiselle.
- Thank you.
Rafik, I can't take it anymore.
I have to go,
I've got a lot of work tomorrow.
So do we,
just waiting for the bill.
What bill? It's okay.
This is on us.
Don't be so serious,
let's have a nightcap at my place.
Check with them.
No, no. I have class tomorrow.
I'm going to call our cabby.
No need, I'll give you a lift.
- Don't bother.
- No, I insist.
No, really. It's fine.
- Stop embarrassing them.
- All right.
- Shall we go, Amira?
- Amira, what are you doing?
This time it's on us.
- No, why...
- Please!
Thanks for this.
Okay, then.
Nice evening.
Yes, very nice.
Let's do it again soon.
- It cost me a lot!
- What exactly?
- I paid my debt in prison.
- You deserved it.
You always play the victim!
As usual!
- It's my money, you owe me everything!
- I owe you nothing! It's my work!
All you do is yell.
Hit me, come on!
- Go away!
- I'm not afraid of you anymore!
- Calm down, Nouri!
- Get out of here!
- Nouri, stop, stop!
- I'll ruin your life!
I'll send you back to jail! Do you think
you scare me? I'm not afraid anymore!
I'll show you!
Let go of me!
I've had it with him.
I can't take him anymore!
But you're bleeding. I'm so sorry!
- I'm so sorry. I beg your pardon.
- It's nothing.
- Please come with me.
- Really, it's okay.
Please come inside with me.
- No need.
- I insist!
It's all my fault.
I left him
and I'm still enduring him.
I won't forget your gesture.
You help yourself whenever you want.
It's going to cost you a bit.
I live across the street.
Ah, I see.
You must live with Lobna then?
Yes.
Welcome to the neighborhood.
Lobna, I don't know her very well.
This might sting a bit.
Sorry about that.
Getting back to Lobna,
I knew Marwa,
her ex-roommate, a lovely girl.
She looked after one of my daughters.
Yasmine. I have two daughters.
I'm going to miss Marwa a lot.
- Hi, Lotfi.
- Hello.
Hi, mummy.
Stop with your English.
- I've missed you.
- I missed you too.
- Say hello to auntie.
- Hi.
Yasmine, my youngest daughter.
- May God protect her.
- Where is your sister?
She brought me and left.
In Arabic, I don't understand.
- Where's your sister?
- She's gone.
Gone where?
What do I do now?
I have to go.
- Goodbye.
- Bye.
Thanks, Amira and sorry again.
- No worries, really.
- Thanks a lot.
Say hello to Lobna
and tell her to come by.
- Can I come in?
- Yes.
- You look so fresh.
- Thanks.
I got you a good dress.
Brand new too.
You'll drive them crazy tonight.
Hurry up. I told Rafik and Khaled
we'd be there at 10pm.
Look at this beauty.
I have an urgent call.
I'll be right back.
Happy birthday, dude.
- She's smiling at you.
- I told you she was.
Honestly, buddy, she's awesome.
Excuse me.
Your face looks familiar.
Haven't we met before?
- I can't hear you.
- Haven't we met before?
No, you're mistaken.
I'm sure I know you.
No, we don't know each other.
You're mistaken.
- Wait.
- Don't touch me!
Do you need anything?
- No, nothing, I...
- What?
Then get out now.
Why the attitude?
She's with me.
Get out of here!
Back off!
Hamadi!
Need your minions?
Hands off!
I'm talking to you!
Mr. Rafik, we'll take care of it!
Karim!
Karim!
What happened?
We have to leave. Now!
- Calm down, tell me.
- Later, let's go now.
We're not going
to leave the guys like this.
- Tell me what happened.
- It's a mess...
- I can't say now.
- Calm down!
- Rafik, what's wrong?
- Shut up!
Listen carefully,
and repeat exactly
what I'm going to say.
If the police question you,
you say...
The police? Why?
No, not the police!
If you don't want any trouble,
you do as I say.
Do as I say, got it?
And everything will be fine.
- I'll take care of the rest.
- What the hell?
Shut up!
Everybody out! Everybody get out!
You, get out of here, come on.
Everybody out, quickly.
Everybody get out!
Get out!
We want to know what happened.
- Get back, get back!
- At least tell us what's going on!
We will let you know.
Our friend Karim has disappeared,
we were inside together.
- Calm down, stay polite.
- I am calm!
What's with the ambulance?
- Karim was wearing a blue shirt.
- Get back, I said.
What are you doing here?
Get out of my way!
Amira.
Amira.
Amira, I'm talking to you!
Have you gone deaf?
Don't forget Rafik's instructions. Okay?
Shut up.
The deputy lieutenant will see you now.
Get up from there, you wreck.
Let's go.
Sit down, are you crazy?
They are going to question us.
We should have left the club.
Calm down, we didn't do anything.
Get up.
Not you,
your friend.
Move it.
Go.
God, deliver me from temptation.
Take your place, Mr. Deputy.
Stay put.
Take her statement.
Give me the minutes from the guards.
Here.
Get started.
Let's go.
ID card.
I'm talking to you, ID card.
I... didn't...
I didn't take it with me.
What?
I didn't...
I don't have it.
Speak up.
I... lost it.
Ah, you've lost it.
Then give me the loss report.
Come on!
What am I doing here?
I'm not at fault. I don't understand.
What's your problem?
Give me your loss statement.
I didn't have time to do it.
You didn't have time to do it,
but you have time to have fun.
Surname, name,
date and place of birth.
I repeat: surname, name,
date and place of birth.
Please, what's going on?
I've done absolutely nothing.
This is the first time
I've been out, that I...
- You hear, Fethi?
- Always their first time, yes.
Listen,
surname and name,
it's so simple.
Did you forget?
Answer the question.
My name is...
Did you even forget your name?
Surname, name, date and place of birth!
You're okay?
What's wrong?
Toilets.
You want to go
to the bathroom?
She's going to puke on us.
Move it.
You seem better.
Again,
state your surname,
name, date and place of birth.
Aya Dhaoui.
May 27th, 1994.
From Tozeur.
About time!
Status normal
Hotel employee in Tozeur.
You mean me?
How... did you know?
What?
Mr. Deputy, can you come?
Come in, Lassad.
Please come, it's quite urgent.
Continue.
What are you doing in Tunis?
What are you doing
in Tunis if you live in Tozeur?
Me?
Surely not me.
What are you doing in Tunis?
- I came to visit a friend.
- Here you go.
Where does your friend live?
I'm talking to you.
Fethi.
Do you know someone
called Karim Bougatfa?
I'm talking to you.
Karim Bougatfa,
do you know him or not?
- No.
- Are you sure?
Because witnesses saw you talking.
Why talk to him
if you don't know him?
She's full of vodka, it reeks.
He's the one who came to talk to me.
But his friends say
you were flirting with him.
That's not true.
He came on to me.
I went to the bathroom
then I found him behind me.
Did you see the security guards
when they took him away?
Yes.
How many were there?
Maybe 6, 7.
Exactly how many
and what were they wearing?
I don't know,
there were 6 of them I think,
I don't know
what they were wearing,
wearing black
like all security guards.
Did you see any officers with them?
Police officers I mean.
No.
Are you sure?
It's all going to be written
in the minutes.
I don't know anything anymore.
I know he was taken away
by the guards.
Things got out of hand
and the police came.
I had nothing to do with it.
I don't know why I'm here.
Please let me go.
You'll be home soon,
don't be scared.
What's your connection
with Rafik Sabbagh?
We're friends.
Friends?
Very close friends
to go to clubs together, then.
Witnesses say it was you
who asked Karim
to join you.
Others say
he disrespected you,
and that he molested you.
I swear I've told you everything.
He's the one who came
to talk to me.
What happened to him?
What happened?
Come and do my work.
Get up, Fethi,
let her do our job for us.
What about the accusations
against you?
I haven't done anything,
how do I prove it?
Let's say you had
nothing to do with it.
Tell us your side of the story.
- I was quiet at my table.
- Okay.
I went to the bathroom,
he followed me.
He took my hand by force.
I got scared and pulled away.
I tried to get away
but he stuck to me,
then he touched my...
He touched what?
Yes.
So you confirm that he assaulted you?
Yes.
Fethi, type:
"I, Aya...
"Aya..."
What's on her card?
Aya Ben Ali Ben Hassan Dhaoui.
"Aya Ben Ali Ben Hassan Dhaoui,
"hereby declare that Karim Bougatfa
"assaulted me verbally and physically
"and impugned my honor,
hence the intervention
"of the security guards at my request."
Here. Sign.
There you go.
Where?
There you are. You can go home.
- Do you need me?
- What's your name?
- Lobna Chtioui.
- No, we don't need you.
- So?
- I did what you asked.
Sorry, Aya.
Wait up.
We didn't file your complaint.
- I don't want to file a complaint.
- That's your right.
I don't want to.
As you wish.
- Are you lying to me?
- No, why?
What's your name?
Aya or Amira?
- I'm not lying!
- Who is Aya then?
Officially I'm Aya
but everyone calls me Amira. Let's go.
- Did you know what happened?
- I don't care.
You don't care?
Facebook is on fire.
Stay here!
Did this guy hit on you?
- Can you confirm?
- Yes.
This guy is dead.
- What?
- He's dead. Dead!
Listen: "Suspicious death
of a youth in a nightclub".
They also say
the police killed him.
- I was told my son is here!
- Show some respect.
I'm not leaving until I see my son!
Don't touch me!
Let's calm down here!
Let's go inside.
Bring me my son!
- Let's go home.
- He's dead?
What do you mean he's dead?
Come on!
Your first time?
Sure, and I'm the Queen of England.
Come on. Move.
The security guards beat him up,
along with plainclothes policemen.
They beat him up until he died.
We're not fooled anymore
and we won't shut up this time.
Karim was killed!
I don't know why
she doesn't answer.
Okay, okay.
Amira.
Rafik has called you several times.
Answer or call him back!
- There's a new article.
- What does it say?
Several sources confirm
that the culprit assaulted a girl,
then tried to escape
and fell down a flight of stairs.
We know all that.
- Why did Rafik make me lie?
- Why?
To keep you out of trouble.
You think society will spare you?
Think,
a girl, hitting on a guy in a club.
- At ease.
- What?
I'm no fool.
I saw you smile at him.
Listen,
an unmarried village girl,
full of vodka.
Without Rafik, you'd have been charged
for soliciting.
Did you see how
Karim's friends accused you
of hitting on him. Didn't you?
We're lucky Rafik intervened.
We'd still be under investigation.
Come in.
Hi, Lassad.
Mr. Deputy, here it is.
Nobody has seen it yet.
Thanks, Lassad.
Go back to your wife.
Good night or good morning,
I don't know.
- Good night.
- Good night.
Good morning, madam.
Sorry to wake you up again
but you've got to come over.
We've got a big problem.
Okay.
- Morning.
- Hi.
We're in deep trouble!
Those guys want
to make it look like an assault.
Not only do I have two agents
moonlighting in a club,
but also involved in a murder.
That's great.
What does the coroner say?
He hasn't seen the body yet.
Have you been fooled, Fares?
Didn't you see it coming?
They all had the same version.
The kid fell to his death.
What a mess.
Are we sure he didn't do
anything to the girl?
He didn't do anything to her.
She lied too.
Nothing indicates
the presence of officers?
How old was the kid?
Just 29.
My goodness.
What a waste.
Here's the plan.
You erase all traces of these videos
making sure there are no copies.
The videos on Facebook smeared us
already and have done enough damage.
For the images of the club,
make up a technical failure
and delete the whole week.
Pressure the club manager,
if he doesn't comply, threaten
to take away his liquor license.
He'll give in.
So,
we'll stick with the official version.
The kid assaulted the girl,
harmed her,
she called security.
He tried to escape,
he fell, he died.
I'll issue a statement
to calm public opinion.
As for our two agents,
they have to lay low,
the time for us
to hush up the story.
A man has died this time
and 2 of our agents are involved.
Is it my fault?
Did I ask them to moonlight?
I'm not going to fall
3 years from retirement!
I have my daughters to support,
I didn't ask for any of this!
If this footage leaks,
we'll be hanged in public!
This scandal will affect us all,
from top to bottom!
I have no alternative!
Those guys
shouldn't have committed a crime,
with uncovered faces!
Fares,
I'll take care of the coroner
and you of the videos.
Okay?
What about Rafik Sabbagh?
Rafik Sabbagh is untouchable.
Go and clean up this mess,
and don't let anyone fool you anymore.
Police statement
on the death of Karim Bougatfa
How can we believe them
when the videos on internet
show that my son was beaten.
I want to know the truth.
It is my right to know what happened.
Is my son a harasser?
They made him a harasser!
My son is innocent.
The police are lying.
I'm looking for a teacher
for my daughter since Marwa left.
I don't get it.
Marwa, Lobna's ex-roommate.
Looks like you had a bad night.
Lotfi!
Lotfi!
- What do you do for a living?
- I was in tourism.
Good God,
if there is one sector that is
worse off than us, it's tourism.
Sugar is here. I'm coming.
Every time I need help,
he disappears.
Listen, if you're looking for a job,
you're welcome.
Thanks, I'll think about it.
Have a nice day.
Bye.
Come in.
The request you promised to sign.
Are you serious, Fares?
Do you think it's the right time?
The country is in turmoil
and you want to reopen
your brother's inquiry?
I promised you I'd sign it
but now's not the time.
Ah, I forgot to tell you.
Regarding the Karim case,
reconvene the little idiot, the witness.
She has to confirm
her accusations against him.
She needs to be scared.
Get her to sign an affidavit.
Without her, we don't have a case.
Okay?
All right.
- Hello.
- Good morning.
- Where are you off to so early?
- I got a job at the bakery.
At the bakery? Really?
It's only temporary,
just to keep me busy.
But it's for losers.
Why are you so stubborn?
Call Rafik, he'll find you better.
I've got to go.
Knead the dough thoroughly.
Look.
Go over it with the brush
and put the almond powder.
If I get this right,
you ran away from Nabeul.
I had no choice.
All because of Youssef?
Among other things, for the money too.
Bravo, I wouldn't have been capable.
You can answer, go ahead.
Thanks.
Hello.
Yes.
No, I'm working now.
Okay, this afternoon.
Bye.
Come in.
This is Mrs. Kallel,
the head of the division.
Hello.
Have a seat.
Sit down.
We'd like you to sign this document.
A statement declaring
the transparency of your declaration,
that you have not been pressured
and that you will not retract.
Facebook is on fire over Karim's case.
He would have been beaten and pushed.
I don't see how, when there were
no cops present that day.
Look at me, girl, I'm talking to you.
It is our duty
to set the record straight,
while we are constantly maligned.
I didn't see anything,
I don't even know
what happened to him.
It's not an accusation.
It's normal to be scared.
A young woman like you,
all beautiful, all pretty, full of life,
you just want to have fun,
not be involved in a criminal case.
You could have been my daughter.
While trying to escape from security,
Karim stupidly fell,
causing his death.
His time had come.
An ordinary accident
that could happen to any of us.
He's now washed of all sin
but he shouldn't have hurt you.
Don't forget, Aya,
that you signed the minutes.
You've seen the ignominy
of the internet.
I don't want you to become their
next target if you change your story.
They'd be crying perjury,
which, by the way, is a crime
punishable by 5 years in prison.
Sign, girl.
You're going to clear
those accusations against the police.
Sign.
All right, I have to go.
So?
Shall we write up your complaint?
I remind you that you can
press charges for assault against Karim.
I want to go home.
Can I go home?
We're not done yet.
Come with me.
Where to?
Come, you'll see.
Please.
Go ahead.
Please.
- Can I know where we're going?
- You will. Don't be scared.
Come on in.
It's part of the procedure.
Come on in.
Is he the one who assaulted you?
Look at him.
Is he the one
who offended your honor?
Take a good look at him.
Step forward.
Step forward.
Come on.
Is that him?
Look at him.
What? Talk to me.
Yes.
Are you sure?
I want to go home.
Sorry.
I'm sorry.
Amira,
stop pouting, please.
Come on.
- I'm going home.
- What?
I shouldn't have come.
No way you're going home.
Hold on.
Open your mouth.
- Why?
- Open it.
- What's that?
- Go on, swallow.
But what is it?
It will make you forget everything.
See you in 15 minutes.
Come on, get up and dance.
Amira, are you awake?
Hello, darling.
Are you feeling better?
You scared the hell out of me
last night.
Why?
I can't remember anything.
Good for you.
You spun.
You woke up all the dead as well.
- You were a mess.
- What dead?
What did I say?
At first, you talked to Karim,
then to your parents,
that flames were gnawing at you.
A bad trip.
What else did I say?
You've gone off the deep end.
That'll teach you mixing alcohol
and drugs.
- What else did I say?
- Nothing else.
You had a bad trip, that's all.
You couldn't stand up, so we left.
That's it?
Did I say anything else?
No.
Now you have to drink a lot of water.
My head is going to explode.
What's with the accent?
It's so funny.
Hand me my bag, I need aspirin.
Where did you drop it?
You have it.
No I don't.
Yesterday I took your phone
on the table but there was no bag.
Are you serious?
Yes.
- We'll find it.
- Where is it?
We'll find it. Just relax.
Where's my bag?
I know a waiter there,
I'll give him a call. Relax.
Hi, Amine, it's Lobna.
- Tell me they found it.
- No, they didn't.
- It had all my money in it.
- We'll work it out.
It's okay. Don't worry.
Don't you cry.
You're not alone, Amira.
We'll find a solution.
Don't worry.
What's wrong?
You don't look so good.
Forget the tray, tell me.
No, nothing.
Tell me what's wrong.
I want to ask you a favor.
Sure, tell me.
I know I just started here,
but, I would need an advance
on my salary.
I lost my bag yesterday.
Where did you lose it?
In a cab.
Did you get the cab's number?
Did you call?
I... I went to the station.
They told me to...
come back.
Don't worry about it.
I'll give you some money
this afternoon, okay?
- Thanks.
- 2 trays, please.
Coming up.
I'll take this one and you the other.
Okay? Don't worry.
- I'm here now.
- Thank you.
Come on, take the tray.
Place them carefully.
Delicately, please.
Hello.
Good morning.
Amira.
What is it?
What's the matter?
Do you know this man?
Yes.
And so?
He's a bus driver.
Yes, the station's next door.
He's from Tozeur, he knows Youssef.
Tozeur?
What's Tozeur got to do with it?
Youssef is from Tozeur,
from Nabeul I mean.
- I don't get it.
- It's a long story.
I don't want him to see me.
He's going to tell Youssef.
He's gone and there's no way
he saw you.
- Are you sure he's gone?
- Yes, I'm sure.
I'm on my way with the tray.
No, leave it.
I'll take it.
I took your advice after all.
It looks good on you.
Still watching these videos?
He's dead, it's over.
It's not your fault.
Stop blaming yourself.
Are you sure
you don't want to come out?
No, I'm fine.
I forgive you,
but Saturday, we're going out,
with Rafik and Khaled.
You owe him a favor.
Bye.
I assume the consequences of my words.
Cops lie
and that's nothing new.
They're even denying us access
to the forensic report.
My son was murdered by the police.
Zied Talbi
1977 - 2004
So, are we off?
- What time is the reservation for?
- 10 o'clock.
It's about time then.
Go ahead, we'll join you with Amira.
See you.
Relax and breathe.
Smile a little bit.
- See you.
- Bye.
Amira suits you much better than Aya.
Can I ask you a question?
Go ahead.
How did Karim die?
Didn't you hear the coroner's report?
After the beating he got,
the idiot wanted to run.
He was scared so bad
that he fell down the stairs.
That's the coroner's conclusion:
accidental death.
Then why did you make me lie?
If you hadn't lied,
you'd still be under investigation.
Isn't it better this way?
You got away with it.
The case is almost closed.
This country has no mercy,
especially for a girl like you.
You would have been accused
of soliciting
or public indecency.
Lobna told me you needed money.
- No, thanks.
- Stop.
Thanks, I'll pay you back.
Stop it, please.
Who said anything about a refund?
I'm going to enjoy the view.
Now?
Yes, now.
I know that Nabeul is known
for the kindness of its people.
I don't know about Tozeur.
But you've got an idea, don't you?
Shall we go and join the others?
Aya, let's not kid ourselves.
We both know
that Karim didn't do anything.
But the police don't know that.
- It's better this way, right?
- Let's join the others, please.
Because if they find out
that he didn't do anything,
they're going to want to know
why you lied,
and investigate further.
Do you want the investigation
to go further?
Amira, you're back?
I called you a few times.
I've been worried. Are you okay?
Amira, what's going on?
Why are you ignoring me?
I know,
I know very well
that first times aren't great.
You'll get used to it.
Plus Rafik is great,
he's experienced
and understands women.
You're very lucky, you know?
What?
Yes.
A lot of women would love
to be in your shoes.
Come on,
don't make a big deal out of it.
I patched things up with him.
You can keep the money,
but next time you're on, okay?
Did you sell me out, Lobna?
What are you saying?
Rafik pays you to bring him girls?
You're rambling.
I'd rather go to bed.
Come here.
Here's his money,
if he thought he could buy me.
Listen to me carefully,
I'm not your plaything
you can throw money at!
Of course,
you're Khaled's plaything.
You're evolving,
that's good.
Your tongue is loose.
Where is the scared little shy girl?
This is all my fault.
I gave you a chance to be someone,
you little peasant!
You can keep it all to yourself.
- I understand it all now.
- Enlighten me!
I understand why Marwa left.
What?
Did you want to trade her
like you did with me?
I understand the bags, the clothes,
the parties, the shoes.
You're actually a crook.
If you mention Marwa
once again,
I'll break your face!
I'll show you
what madams are capable of!
Get the hell out of my house!
Out!
- Get out!
- I'm not leaving!
Give me back my money!
What money? Get lost!
Give me back my deposit!
What deposit?
Go file a complaint with the cops!
You think I'm naive?
You're scared to death of cops,
you don't have an ID card.
You say you're from Nabeul?
Go back to Nabeul then!
You and your ugly face!
Get out!
Amira.
What happened?
What's the matter?
For God's sake, talk.
What happened?
Come in.
Don't just stand there, get in.
Get in.
Make yourself at home.
I'm speaking softly,
the girls are sleeping.
In case you get cold.
Make yourself at home.
If you want to talk,
I'm here.
Thanks.
I'll bring you some pajamas.
It's your life and you're free,
but I don't want any trouble,
least of all in my house.
Hela, you welcomed me
into your home, you trusted me.
I won't betray you.
Just give me a few days.
I won't be long, I promise.
Okay.
Try to get some sleep.
The girls will soon wake you up
with their noise.
- Good night.
- Good night.
Look at this, Emna.
What's that thing?
Underwear maybe?
- It's my size anyway.
- Then it's yours!
Honestly, Mondher,
it's not great this time.
It's from Trkiye though.
Yeah, right.
It's a rip-off.
Let's get a coffee.
Next time, Mondher, call me when
you seize sunglasses, perfume and such.
Always complaining.
Frankly, the guys at the airport
are better off than us.
You're going to jinx us.
Do you think this would suit my wife?
Who's it for, Fethi?
Even if she did slather herself in oil,
she'd never fit in.
Fethi, what did you do
with Karim's father?
I arrested him.
He made a scene and now wants
to press charges against the girl.
Release him. I want to see him.
Mr. Deputy, nothing to your taste?
- No, nothing.
- Come and have a look.
Hurry up, guys.
- Hello.
- Good morning.
Listen,
Lobna came to throw your stuff away.
I put it over there.
Thanks.
It keeps ringing.
Following the coroner's report,
Karim's case will be classified
as an accident.
His family rejects this
and filed a complaint for murder.
Their lawyer requests
a confrontation with you.
A confrontation?
Why?
Can I refuse?
Yes, you can.
But, the public prosecutor
accepted the complaint,
and appointed an investigating judge.
So you'll soon be receiving
a summons to appear.
No, I refuse.
You will have to.
Might as well do it now?
No, no.
I don't want to.
So I note that you refused
the confrontation?
Yes.
You can go.
Aya?
Aya? One second.
- I want to talk to you.
- Let me go!
I just want to know why you're lying.
- I've said my piece.
- Why do you lie?
Why are you sullying
my son's memory? It's not fair!
- It's not my fault.
- Isn't it enough that he's dead?
Why don't you tell the truth?
Are you aware of what you're doing?
- You're the reason my son is dead!
- Let me through!
- What the hell?
- Let me do the talking!
Say Karim didn't do anything to you.
Think about it, Aya!
Tell them Karim is innocent!
It's no use.
Think well.
- You're not going to run forever?
- I have to.
They want me to testify.
I'm tired of lying.
- Then tell the truth.
- The truth?
So you want me to change my version?
They'll put me in jail for perjury.
If they find out about my fake death,
I'll hang.
Hello.
Why?
Okay, give me some time.
Bye.
What's up?
The cop, the deputy chief...
What does he want?
He wants to see me
but not at the station.
Right now?
No, tomorrow.
It's not safe to go out now.
I think you should see him
before you decide.
Maybe he's got some new information.
Give it some time.
Sit down.
I'd rather stand.
I know you've been lying,
Karim didn't do anything to you.
Don't be afraid.
It's not an official meeting.
What are we doing here?
I want to know why
you're covering for Rafik Sabbagh.
I'm not covering for anyone.
Stop lying.
You've been lying the whole time.
- Excuse me.
- Why aren't we at the station?
How do you think Karim died?
He fell down the stairs.
See for yourself.
Did they give you money?
Or threaten you?
Do they threaten you?
Tell me more if you want help.
- Talk to me.
- Leave me alone.
What do you want from me?
I've said all I needed to say.
Are you trying to trick me?
I wouldn't have shown you the video.
You have to tell the truth.
And testify against the police
who want to cover up a murder case?
You want me to change my story
and put me in jail.
Karim didn't do anything to you.
Perjury is also punishable by prison.
Tell the truth yourself.
I would if I could,
but my hands are tied.
The videos have been deleted
from the server,
the one you saw is a copy,
it has no legal value
but you will be heard
by the judge,
your word counts.
Rafik sacrificed you to save himself,
and the police is covering it up
because of 2 involved officers.
You're the only one
who can stand up to them.
What about the affidavit
you made me sign?
I don't understand anything anymore.
What do you want from me?
18 years ago,
my brother was mowed down
by a drunk, stoned woman.
He died instantly.
The woman's uncle
was a minister under Ben Ali,
they doctored her blood tests.
She got away with it.
She got a dismissal.
It was hard for me to accept.
I was young,
I didn't know anything about life.
I stopped studying
and took the police exam.
I wanted to avenge him.
So that the injustice he suffered
would never happen again.
Here I am years later,
I didn't avenge him,
nor was even able
to reopen his case.
I've become just like them.
I'm part of the system,
I help criminals get away with murder.
I understand your guilt.
You have to tell the truth, Aya.
For you, for Karim, for your future.
And then?
A good lawyer will get you off
and if you're afraid
to change your story,
he can prove you were pressured.
Trust me, clear your conscience.
As long as you're alive,
Karim's family will hunt you down.
- Hello.
- Good morning.
When the driver told me that he saw
a girl who looked like you in Tunis,
I didn't believe him,
but when we received a summons
in your name, we understood.
I should be happy,
to see you in front of me,
safe and sound.
What did we do to you
to deserve this?
I buried you with my own hands.
How about what you inflicted on me?
Congratulations.
You must be happy.
The insurance money cleared your debts.
What?
Don't bother.
We both know that.
Do you think we had a choice?
There were other choices.
I could have continued my studies,
but you made me stop.
My classmates became doctors,
engineers,
traveling around the world,
enjoying life.
What have I seen of life?
What have I become? Tell me.
You say nothing, dad? As usual.
Tell me, dad.
Who went into debt
and mortgaged the house?
Maybe it was me?
Is this how I taught you
to talk to your father?
- Have you no shame?
- Stop it!
Stop it, you've destroyed me.
But it's over now.
I have nothing left to give,
nothing left to pay.
I've been paying rent
and bills since I was 14.
14 years, mum.
What would you have done?
Tell me.
I sacrificed myself too.
I sacrificed my jewelry, my health,
my time, everything.
No, mum.
Sacrifice is one thing
and being a slave at 14 is another.
I hadn't yet seen anything of life
and you sent me out to scrub it.
You abused your only daughter,
to later marry her
to the highest bidder.
You're the ones who killed me.
You've made your choices.
I'll make my own now.
One second, please.
The Aya you knew is dead.
Aya.
Coming.
- Come here quickly.
- One second.
Come quickly, watch.
We won't forget you, Karim!
The Karim affair continues
to cause a stir in Tunisia,
with an ongoing instruction...
What are you going to do?
...following a murder complaint
by his family.
A controversial affair
that is also causing a stir
on social media.
The judgement is eagerly awaited,
under high social
and political tension.
Hello.
What can't you say over the phone?
I won't testify.
What?
I'm not going to testify.
You have to, by law.
There's no choice.
- What's this?
- A copy of my death certificate.
- How did you forge it?
- I didn't.
I died on October 11th,
in an accident
between Tozeur and Tamerza.
So I can't have been present
the evening of the tragedy.
I'm not rambling.
It's a very long story.
I'm claiming to be dead.
My father is waiting for my call,
to go to the police station
with this certificate.
What? We saw you on the videos,
in the police station.
You even signed the minutes.
What are you saying?
I am officially
and administratively dead.
The girl at the station
may look like me,
you never see my face on camera,
and anybody can sign for me.
Aya Dhaoui: Status normal
Zied Talbi: Status normal
You're right.
The updates aren't done.
Even my brother is still alive.
You know that your death certificate
can cause an earthquake?
Yes.
But I want Rafik and his henchmen
to pay for what they did to Karim.
Then I'll have to disappear,
I have no alternatives.
The whole country will be after me.
But before I go,
there's one last thing I have to do.
Do you still have a copy
of the videos?
Ministry of the Interior,
Ministry of Terrorism!
Ministry of the Interior,
Ministry of Terrorism!
Karim, forever in our hearts!
Justice for Karim!
This is for you.
For Karim
I've consulted the
missing persons register
for you to choose from.
You all have the same profile.
- Are you sure it's safe?
- Yes.
The last disappearance was 7 years ago.
Nobody's searching anymore.
The first one: Meriem Ben Youssef, born
in 92, disappeared in Bizerte in 2007.
2nd: Khadija Lahmar, born in 90,
orphan and missing since the revolution.
The last one:
Acha Hammami, born in 93,
missing in Tunis since 2012.
Acha.
I want to become Acha.
For the Minister of the Interior
Acha Hammami's ID
Investigation file of Zied Talbi
Thanks for assembling the cupboard.
It's been here for 3 months.
I'm happy you like it.
You'll think of me when you see it.
I'm going to miss you so much.
Don't disappear.
Just until things settle, I promise.
You take care of yourself.
No more nonsense.
I wish I had a mother like you.
I will never forget
what you did for me.
Take good care of yourself.
- I will miss you.
- I'll miss you too.
Bye.
Be seated.
In light of the latest exhibits
added to the file
by the victim's family,
which highlight the facts
and contradict the accident theory...
What does it mean?
Quiet!
The court orders
to issue arrest warrants against:
Mr. Rafik Sabbagh,
police officer: Hamadi Boudhina,
police officer: Chedli Bououn,
for voluntary manslaughter.
The court also orders
to issue arrest warrants
for the five security guards present
at the time of the incident
for complicity.
The court also orders
an independent inquiry into parliament
to understand how
the Ministry of the Interior
used the identity of a deceased person
in order to discredit
the main victim in this case.
This is a very serious precedent
that calls into question
the integrity of the police.
The hearing is adjourned.
After the videos
were leaked on social media,
including camera footage
that prove police involvement...
Charges were brought against
police officers Bououn and Boudhina,
as well as against the security guards
and Rafik Sabbagh
for voluntary manslaughter.
Freely based on true events which
occurred in Tunisia after the revolution
Wait up!
Good morning.
- Aya Dhaoui, sorry I'm late.
- Get in.
- Hello, Aya.
- Hello, Mahmoud.
One seat for Tunis left.
Tozeur FM, the best radio of the south.
What did you do before?
I was driving jeeps,
for the tourists,
but with the crisis,
I was let go.
I hate being idle.
A friend told me about
the driver job in the hotel,
so here I am.
It's the same everywhere
with the crisis,
people are let go.
Hotels are closing.
We are very lucky,
we have a fantastic manager,
even during Covid,
he kept us on the payroll.
- Have a nice day.
- You too.
Enjoy your work.
See you later.
Good morning ladies.
Everyone ready?
Listen up those who do not
already have their schedule.
Here's the weekly program.
Radhia:
cleaning, laundry and ironing.
Baya: bar, lunch service and pool.
I want it clean this week.
Aya: cleaning, lunch service
and mini-club.
Nesserine: spa, animation and bar.
Don't forget to smile.
I don't want to see you frowning.
You have 5 minutes.
Room service.
Hello my dear fans,
I hope you are all well.
So, for the outfit of the day,
and those earrings you loved so much,
I'll post a collective message
with all the details.
Where are my clothes?
Good day, madam,
I put them in the closet.
I didn't allow you.
Excuse me.
Come here, girl.
Thanks.
Thank you.
Aya.
I brought stew, do you want some?
You're a savior,
I forgot my lunch.
I'll be with you.
- Hello.
- Hello.
Hi.
Apparently the boss is coming back
and wants to see us all.
It's not a good sign.
Girls, have you heard anything?
Not even you, Aya?
No.
When are you coming back?
- Good night.
- Good night.
- Good evening.
- Hello.
Good evening, dad.
What did you buy us?
Nothing, mum.
I bought a jacket.
Do you think it was wise?
Every penny counts.
Don't worry,
I paid the rent and the bills,
and it was only 4 dinars
at the thrift shop.
Give me a hand.
The driver is still waiting.
Please don't, they are counted.
There is stew in the fridge.
No, thanks.
The governor's wife is driving me nuts.
She changed the menu 3 times.
I've been shopping all day.
Put the rose petals on the rice.
Take the rice and fetch the pastilia.
By the way, Mounira called me.
She wants to introduce you to her cousin
who recently divorced.
Believe me,
he is a good match.
Mounira says he is very rich.
Sure he is a bit old,
but at least he will be able
to help us.
Because I don't help you?
Sure you help us, as you can.
But look at us, your father and I
at our age,
covered in debt.
Give this man a chance.
Please trust me.
Dad, you don't say anything?
Your word will be mine.
I'm going to bed.
Think about it, my dear.
It's a rare opportunity, for us all.
Got it, mum.
Good morning, everyone.
Welcome, everybody.
Thank you for being here.
I've called you here to inform you about
our talks with the head office in Tunis.
First and foremost,
my director's contract
has been renewed.
You'll have to put up with me
for another 2 years.
Then,
unfortunately,
despite your best efforts,
the head office in Tunis
wants to let some of you go.
It wasn't an easy decision.
Believe me.
After all, we are family,
and you're like brothers to me.
But the crisis is worse than expected.
It's not our fault!
It's not up to me.
- You're the manager!
- Silence, please.
- Lamia Hadfi.
- What is he doing?
Mahmoud Galoul,
Radhia Gamaoun,
Aya Dhaoui,
Jannet Mbarki,
Imene Galoul,
Chahrazade Ben Amor
and Sahbi Gabous.
Those mentioned remain
and the others are asked
to finish the month and leave.
- What? It can't be!
- Let him finish!
- What else does he have to say?
- Calm down!
What you are doing
is despicable, Mr. Youssef!
It's is a wrongful dismissal!
What's wrong?
What's the matter?
I'm talking to you.
Say something.
What the hell are you doing?
What the hell? Are you crazy?
We'll be seen.
You'll never get a divorce!
Give me more time.
4 years I've been waiting, Youssef.
How much longer?
I don't know what to say
to my parents!
The same old story.
I didn't ask you anything.
You promised.
What? What promises?
I didn't promise you anything.
You knew what you were getting into.
Keep it down, they'll hear you.
You promised me Tunis,
a new life.
Did you forget or was I dreaming?
Didn't you miss me?
You're going to keep your job.
Aren't you happy?
We can keep seeing each other.
What exactly should I be happy about?
Every time you leave, you forget me.
You don't send messages.
The situation suits you.
You go home, to your wife,
you have fun.
Then you come back here,
you get laid and you leave again.
Yes, I renewed my contract.
It's a huge opportunity.
Give me 2 more years.
2 years is nothing.
Then we'll go wherever you want.
Stop now, please.
2 years go by fast.
Be patient.
Hello.
I'll be right there.
It's a mess downstairs.
Honey, I need to go.
Stay here, I'll be back.
Hi, Baya,
the doctor you told me about,
I've changed my mind,
you can call him.
I want a reconstruction.
I'll see you tomorrow.
Departure for Redeyef.
- Good morning.
- Morning.
- Aya Dhaoui.
- Yes, get in.
Aya Dhaoui.
- Hello everyone.
- Good morning.
Mahmoud and Imene Galoul,
Radhia Gamaoun.
Mahmoud, Imene Galoul
and Radhia Gamaoun.
Welcome on board.
What about Kamel?
He is so diligent, never missed a day,
and yet they fired him.
You're right about him, poor guy.
He's 3 months from retirement.
Look at this woman, Abdelhamid.
Please stop.
- I'm not stopping.
- Please.
I'm not stopping for anyone.
- I don't want to lose my job.
- Come on, Abdelhamid.
- I told you no.
- See what she wants, come on.
Please, my brother, can you drop me off
on your way? I'll miss the bus.
I can't, sister. I can't take people
who aren't on my list, sorry.
I've been waiting for 3 hours, please!
No bus came by.
Sorry, I'm still new,
I don't want to lose my job.
Come on, Abdelhamid!
Let her in.
Mahmoud, stay out of this.
I don't want any trouble.
Everything will be fine.
No one will find out.
- You take responsibility then.
- I'll see with the hotel.
May God light your way
and make your dreams come true.
Help me!
Give me your hand.
Your hand.
I'll try from the other side.
Aya.
Aya.
I'm coming from the other side,
I'm coming.
Over here!
Over here!
Lieutenant, the hotel has sent
the passenger list.
Mahmoud Galoul, may he rest in peace!
Imene Galoul, may she rest in peace!
- Radhia Gamoun, may she rest in peace!
- Up, here!
Aya Dhaoui, may she rest in peace!
Abdelhamid Mbarki,
may he rest in peace...
I still can't believe it.
It's a shock for everyone.
Despite the degradation
of the charred bodies,
the prosecutor confirmed
the identity of the 7 victims,
who worked in the same hotel.
May their souls rest in peace and
heartfelt thoughts to their families.
We are now
in front of the Mirage Palace...
50,000 per head at least.
The insurance company
says we should pay now...
and avoid a lawsuit
from the relatives.
50,000 a head!
They wouldn't have had that
in their lifetime.
Dead, they're worth gold.
The police told me to return tomorrow.
I have nowhere to stay. Please.
I can pay you now if you like.
It's okay for tonight, but I need
your ID loss declaration tomorrow.
- Yes, of course.
- 720 dinars for two nights.
Alright.
Thank you.
- This is for you.
- Thank you very much.
Please fill out the safety form.
- Hello.
- Hello.
Name and surname:
Amira Ben Arfa.
Hi,
I'm calling about the ad.
It's already rented.
That's okay.
Thank you. Bye.
I'm calling about the flat.
Is it still available?
Great. Can I see it today?
Can we avoid a notarized signature?
I can pay 6 months' rent in advance.
Hello,
good morning.
- Hello.
- Hi.
I called you about the ad.
Amira? Please come in.
Thanks.
The big mess here is my bedroom.
I study all day
so there's no time to tidy up.
This is the living room,
and this, the room for rent.
Please, come in.
You've got a lot of storage space here.
I think I sense a little accent
but I can't figure out where from.
- From Nabeul.
- Ah, great, welcome.
I love Nabeul, it's alive,
not like Seliana, it's dead.
What do you do?
You study? You work?
I used to work in a hotel
but I'm starting a new life in Tunis.
That's great, good luck.
I have to ask you a question
that may seem intrusive.
Do you have people
who may come in unannounced?
Maybe your parents, your fianc,
your brothers.
I don't really like surprise visits,
you know.
Don't worry.
I'm an orphan,
an only child and single.
Sorry to hear that.
The lease is in my name,
so no need to go to the town hall,
and that's it.
I really like the room,
I can see myself in it.
I have one condition,
I ask for 3 months' deposit
because my ex-roommate
left without paying.
No worries, I'm ready to pay.
Listen, there's still 2 more visits,
and I'll call you back
to let you know the answer.
I can pay right now,
even 6 months, not just 3.
It's not a problem.
- This is really good.
- Thanks.
I told you I knew how to cook.
So, go on,
how did you decide to come to Tunis?
At the hotel,
we worked several jobs,
for an extra 2 cents.
I left, to try my luck here.
Honestly, wow.
It's a brave thing to do.
Is this your first time in Tunis?
I came once with my parents as a child.
May they rest in peace.
Have they been gone long?
I'm sorry.
I didn't mean to trouble you.
No worries.
They died when I was 14.
Car accident.
May they rest in peace.
So, what do you remember
about Tunis?
- The medina.
- Yes.
- The Belvedere Zoo.
- Yes.
I've been promised many times
to discover more,
but to no avail.
You're here now.
What about you?
Have you lived here long?
Over 6 years now.
I came for my bachelor's degree,
then I did my master
and now I'm finishing my PhD.
No way I'm going back to Seliana.
I'm staying here.
Doctorate in what?
In humanities.
I mean social science.
Yes, I see.
Sorry, that's my phone.
That's a nice tattoo.
Thanks, it's old.
Listen,
do you want to go out?
Yes.
It's better than the zoo here, isn't it?
So, you didn't tell me,
do you want some wine with me?
Okay, a little.
Great.
I have some friends who may join us,
I hope you don't mind.
- They are very nice.
- No problem.
So,
tell me everything.
How will you spend your days?
What are your plans?
To be honest, I don't have any.
I just want to have fun. Then we'll see.
This is my first vacation ever.
- Really?
- Yes.
Let's toast to that first vacation then!
You seem thirsty.
Cheers!
There she is.
Meet my new roommate.
Amira, Khaled.
Rafik.
Nice to meet you.
- Likewise.
- Please.
- I'm so sorry.
- Don't worry about it.
That's the ros's fault.
Thanks.
- I'm so sorry.
- No, it's nothing.
- Welcome, mademoiselle.
- Thank you.
Rafik, I can't take it anymore.
I have to go,
I've got a lot of work tomorrow.
So do we,
just waiting for the bill.
What bill? It's okay.
This is on us.
Don't be so serious,
let's have a nightcap at my place.
Check with them.
No, no. I have class tomorrow.
I'm going to call our cabby.
No need, I'll give you a lift.
- Don't bother.
- No, I insist.
No, really. It's fine.
- Stop embarrassing them.
- All right.
- Shall we go, Amira?
- Amira, what are you doing?
This time it's on us.
- No, why...
- Please!
Thanks for this.
Okay, then.
Nice evening.
Yes, very nice.
Let's do it again soon.
- It cost me a lot!
- What exactly?
- I paid my debt in prison.
- You deserved it.
You always play the victim!
As usual!
- It's my money, you owe me everything!
- I owe you nothing! It's my work!
All you do is yell.
Hit me, come on!
- Go away!
- I'm not afraid of you anymore!
- Calm down, Nouri!
- Get out of here!
- Nouri, stop, stop!
- I'll ruin your life!
I'll send you back to jail! Do you think
you scare me? I'm not afraid anymore!
I'll show you!
Let go of me!
I've had it with him.
I can't take him anymore!
But you're bleeding. I'm so sorry!
- I'm so sorry. I beg your pardon.
- It's nothing.
- Please come with me.
- Really, it's okay.
Please come inside with me.
- No need.
- I insist!
It's all my fault.
I left him
and I'm still enduring him.
I won't forget your gesture.
You help yourself whenever you want.
It's going to cost you a bit.
I live across the street.
Ah, I see.
You must live with Lobna then?
Yes.
Welcome to the neighborhood.
Lobna, I don't know her very well.
This might sting a bit.
Sorry about that.
Getting back to Lobna,
I knew Marwa,
her ex-roommate, a lovely girl.
She looked after one of my daughters.
Yasmine. I have two daughters.
I'm going to miss Marwa a lot.
- Hi, Lotfi.
- Hello.
Hi, mummy.
Stop with your English.
- I've missed you.
- I missed you too.
- Say hello to auntie.
- Hi.
Yasmine, my youngest daughter.
- May God protect her.
- Where is your sister?
She brought me and left.
In Arabic, I don't understand.
- Where's your sister?
- She's gone.
Gone where?
What do I do now?
I have to go.
- Goodbye.
- Bye.
Thanks, Amira and sorry again.
- No worries, really.
- Thanks a lot.
Say hello to Lobna
and tell her to come by.
- Can I come in?
- Yes.
- You look so fresh.
- Thanks.
I got you a good dress.
Brand new too.
You'll drive them crazy tonight.
Hurry up. I told Rafik and Khaled
we'd be there at 10pm.
Look at this beauty.
I have an urgent call.
I'll be right back.
Happy birthday, dude.
- She's smiling at you.
- I told you she was.
Honestly, buddy, she's awesome.
Excuse me.
Your face looks familiar.
Haven't we met before?
- I can't hear you.
- Haven't we met before?
No, you're mistaken.
I'm sure I know you.
No, we don't know each other.
You're mistaken.
- Wait.
- Don't touch me!
Do you need anything?
- No, nothing, I...
- What?
Then get out now.
Why the attitude?
She's with me.
Get out of here!
Back off!
Hamadi!
Need your minions?
Hands off!
I'm talking to you!
Mr. Rafik, we'll take care of it!
Karim!
Karim!
What happened?
We have to leave. Now!
- Calm down, tell me.
- Later, let's go now.
We're not going
to leave the guys like this.
- Tell me what happened.
- It's a mess...
- I can't say now.
- Calm down!
- Rafik, what's wrong?
- Shut up!
Listen carefully,
and repeat exactly
what I'm going to say.
If the police question you,
you say...
The police? Why?
No, not the police!
If you don't want any trouble,
you do as I say.
Do as I say, got it?
And everything will be fine.
- I'll take care of the rest.
- What the hell?
Shut up!
Everybody out! Everybody get out!
You, get out of here, come on.
Everybody out, quickly.
Everybody get out!
Get out!
We want to know what happened.
- Get back, get back!
- At least tell us what's going on!
We will let you know.
Our friend Karim has disappeared,
we were inside together.
- Calm down, stay polite.
- I am calm!
What's with the ambulance?
- Karim was wearing a blue shirt.
- Get back, I said.
What are you doing here?
Get out of my way!
Amira.
Amira.
Amira, I'm talking to you!
Have you gone deaf?
Don't forget Rafik's instructions. Okay?
Shut up.
The deputy lieutenant will see you now.
Get up from there, you wreck.
Let's go.
Sit down, are you crazy?
They are going to question us.
We should have left the club.
Calm down, we didn't do anything.
Get up.
Not you,
your friend.
Move it.
Go.
God, deliver me from temptation.
Take your place, Mr. Deputy.
Stay put.
Take her statement.
Give me the minutes from the guards.
Here.
Get started.
Let's go.
ID card.
I'm talking to you, ID card.
I... didn't...
I didn't take it with me.
What?
I didn't...
I don't have it.
Speak up.
I... lost it.
Ah, you've lost it.
Then give me the loss report.
Come on!
What am I doing here?
I'm not at fault. I don't understand.
What's your problem?
Give me your loss statement.
I didn't have time to do it.
You didn't have time to do it,
but you have time to have fun.
Surname, name,
date and place of birth.
I repeat: surname, name,
date and place of birth.
Please, what's going on?
I've done absolutely nothing.
This is the first time
I've been out, that I...
- You hear, Fethi?
- Always their first time, yes.
Listen,
surname and name,
it's so simple.
Did you forget?
Answer the question.
My name is...
Did you even forget your name?
Surname, name, date and place of birth!
You're okay?
What's wrong?
Toilets.
You want to go
to the bathroom?
She's going to puke on us.
Move it.
You seem better.
Again,
state your surname,
name, date and place of birth.
Aya Dhaoui.
May 27th, 1994.
From Tozeur.
About time!
Status normal
Hotel employee in Tozeur.
You mean me?
How... did you know?
What?
Mr. Deputy, can you come?
Come in, Lassad.
Please come, it's quite urgent.
Continue.
What are you doing in Tunis?
What are you doing
in Tunis if you live in Tozeur?
Me?
Surely not me.
What are you doing in Tunis?
- I came to visit a friend.
- Here you go.
Where does your friend live?
I'm talking to you.
Fethi.
Do you know someone
called Karim Bougatfa?
I'm talking to you.
Karim Bougatfa,
do you know him or not?
- No.
- Are you sure?
Because witnesses saw you talking.
Why talk to him
if you don't know him?
She's full of vodka, it reeks.
He's the one who came to talk to me.
But his friends say
you were flirting with him.
That's not true.
He came on to me.
I went to the bathroom
then I found him behind me.
Did you see the security guards
when they took him away?
Yes.
How many were there?
Maybe 6, 7.
Exactly how many
and what were they wearing?
I don't know,
there were 6 of them I think,
I don't know
what they were wearing,
wearing black
like all security guards.
Did you see any officers with them?
Police officers I mean.
No.
Are you sure?
It's all going to be written
in the minutes.
I don't know anything anymore.
I know he was taken away
by the guards.
Things got out of hand
and the police came.
I had nothing to do with it.
I don't know why I'm here.
Please let me go.
You'll be home soon,
don't be scared.
What's your connection
with Rafik Sabbagh?
We're friends.
Friends?
Very close friends
to go to clubs together, then.
Witnesses say it was you
who asked Karim
to join you.
Others say
he disrespected you,
and that he molested you.
I swear I've told you everything.
He's the one who came
to talk to me.
What happened to him?
What happened?
Come and do my work.
Get up, Fethi,
let her do our job for us.
What about the accusations
against you?
I haven't done anything,
how do I prove it?
Let's say you had
nothing to do with it.
Tell us your side of the story.
- I was quiet at my table.
- Okay.
I went to the bathroom,
he followed me.
He took my hand by force.
I got scared and pulled away.
I tried to get away
but he stuck to me,
then he touched my...
He touched what?
Yes.
So you confirm that he assaulted you?
Yes.
Fethi, type:
"I, Aya...
"Aya..."
What's on her card?
Aya Ben Ali Ben Hassan Dhaoui.
"Aya Ben Ali Ben Hassan Dhaoui,
"hereby declare that Karim Bougatfa
"assaulted me verbally and physically
"and impugned my honor,
hence the intervention
"of the security guards at my request."
Here. Sign.
There you go.
Where?
There you are. You can go home.
- Do you need me?
- What's your name?
- Lobna Chtioui.
- No, we don't need you.
- So?
- I did what you asked.
Sorry, Aya.
Wait up.
We didn't file your complaint.
- I don't want to file a complaint.
- That's your right.
I don't want to.
As you wish.
- Are you lying to me?
- No, why?
What's your name?
Aya or Amira?
- I'm not lying!
- Who is Aya then?
Officially I'm Aya
but everyone calls me Amira. Let's go.
- Did you know what happened?
- I don't care.
You don't care?
Facebook is on fire.
Stay here!
Did this guy hit on you?
- Can you confirm?
- Yes.
This guy is dead.
- What?
- He's dead. Dead!
Listen: "Suspicious death
of a youth in a nightclub".
They also say
the police killed him.
- I was told my son is here!
- Show some respect.
I'm not leaving until I see my son!
Don't touch me!
Let's calm down here!
Let's go inside.
Bring me my son!
- Let's go home.
- He's dead?
What do you mean he's dead?
Come on!
Your first time?
Sure, and I'm the Queen of England.
Come on. Move.
The security guards beat him up,
along with plainclothes policemen.
They beat him up until he died.
We're not fooled anymore
and we won't shut up this time.
Karim was killed!
I don't know why
she doesn't answer.
Okay, okay.
Amira.
Rafik has called you several times.
Answer or call him back!
- There's a new article.
- What does it say?
Several sources confirm
that the culprit assaulted a girl,
then tried to escape
and fell down a flight of stairs.
We know all that.
- Why did Rafik make me lie?
- Why?
To keep you out of trouble.
You think society will spare you?
Think,
a girl, hitting on a guy in a club.
- At ease.
- What?
I'm no fool.
I saw you smile at him.
Listen,
an unmarried village girl,
full of vodka.
Without Rafik, you'd have been charged
for soliciting.
Did you see how
Karim's friends accused you
of hitting on him. Didn't you?
We're lucky Rafik intervened.
We'd still be under investigation.
Come in.
Hi, Lassad.
Mr. Deputy, here it is.
Nobody has seen it yet.
Thanks, Lassad.
Go back to your wife.
Good night or good morning,
I don't know.
- Good night.
- Good night.
Good morning, madam.
Sorry to wake you up again
but you've got to come over.
We've got a big problem.
Okay.
- Morning.
- Hi.
We're in deep trouble!
Those guys want
to make it look like an assault.
Not only do I have two agents
moonlighting in a club,
but also involved in a murder.
That's great.
What does the coroner say?
He hasn't seen the body yet.
Have you been fooled, Fares?
Didn't you see it coming?
They all had the same version.
The kid fell to his death.
What a mess.
Are we sure he didn't do
anything to the girl?
He didn't do anything to her.
She lied too.
Nothing indicates
the presence of officers?
How old was the kid?
Just 29.
My goodness.
What a waste.
Here's the plan.
You erase all traces of these videos
making sure there are no copies.
The videos on Facebook smeared us
already and have done enough damage.
For the images of the club,
make up a technical failure
and delete the whole week.
Pressure the club manager,
if he doesn't comply, threaten
to take away his liquor license.
He'll give in.
So,
we'll stick with the official version.
The kid assaulted the girl,
harmed her,
she called security.
He tried to escape,
he fell, he died.
I'll issue a statement
to calm public opinion.
As for our two agents,
they have to lay low,
the time for us
to hush up the story.
A man has died this time
and 2 of our agents are involved.
Is it my fault?
Did I ask them to moonlight?
I'm not going to fall
3 years from retirement!
I have my daughters to support,
I didn't ask for any of this!
If this footage leaks,
we'll be hanged in public!
This scandal will affect us all,
from top to bottom!
I have no alternative!
Those guys
shouldn't have committed a crime,
with uncovered faces!
Fares,
I'll take care of the coroner
and you of the videos.
Okay?
What about Rafik Sabbagh?
Rafik Sabbagh is untouchable.
Go and clean up this mess,
and don't let anyone fool you anymore.
Police statement
on the death of Karim Bougatfa
How can we believe them
when the videos on internet
show that my son was beaten.
I want to know the truth.
It is my right to know what happened.
Is my son a harasser?
They made him a harasser!
My son is innocent.
The police are lying.
I'm looking for a teacher
for my daughter since Marwa left.
I don't get it.
Marwa, Lobna's ex-roommate.
Looks like you had a bad night.
Lotfi!
Lotfi!
- What do you do for a living?
- I was in tourism.
Good God,
if there is one sector that is
worse off than us, it's tourism.
Sugar is here. I'm coming.
Every time I need help,
he disappears.
Listen, if you're looking for a job,
you're welcome.
Thanks, I'll think about it.
Have a nice day.
Bye.
Come in.
The request you promised to sign.
Are you serious, Fares?
Do you think it's the right time?
The country is in turmoil
and you want to reopen
your brother's inquiry?
I promised you I'd sign it
but now's not the time.
Ah, I forgot to tell you.
Regarding the Karim case,
reconvene the little idiot, the witness.
She has to confirm
her accusations against him.
She needs to be scared.
Get her to sign an affidavit.
Without her, we don't have a case.
Okay?
All right.
- Hello.
- Good morning.
- Where are you off to so early?
- I got a job at the bakery.
At the bakery? Really?
It's only temporary,
just to keep me busy.
But it's for losers.
Why are you so stubborn?
Call Rafik, he'll find you better.
I've got to go.
Knead the dough thoroughly.
Look.
Go over it with the brush
and put the almond powder.
If I get this right,
you ran away from Nabeul.
I had no choice.
All because of Youssef?
Among other things, for the money too.
Bravo, I wouldn't have been capable.
You can answer, go ahead.
Thanks.
Hello.
Yes.
No, I'm working now.
Okay, this afternoon.
Bye.
Come in.
This is Mrs. Kallel,
the head of the division.
Hello.
Have a seat.
Sit down.
We'd like you to sign this document.
A statement declaring
the transparency of your declaration,
that you have not been pressured
and that you will not retract.
Facebook is on fire over Karim's case.
He would have been beaten and pushed.
I don't see how, when there were
no cops present that day.
Look at me, girl, I'm talking to you.
It is our duty
to set the record straight,
while we are constantly maligned.
I didn't see anything,
I don't even know
what happened to him.
It's not an accusation.
It's normal to be scared.
A young woman like you,
all beautiful, all pretty, full of life,
you just want to have fun,
not be involved in a criminal case.
You could have been my daughter.
While trying to escape from security,
Karim stupidly fell,
causing his death.
His time had come.
An ordinary accident
that could happen to any of us.
He's now washed of all sin
but he shouldn't have hurt you.
Don't forget, Aya,
that you signed the minutes.
You've seen the ignominy
of the internet.
I don't want you to become their
next target if you change your story.
They'd be crying perjury,
which, by the way, is a crime
punishable by 5 years in prison.
Sign, girl.
You're going to clear
those accusations against the police.
Sign.
All right, I have to go.
So?
Shall we write up your complaint?
I remind you that you can
press charges for assault against Karim.
I want to go home.
Can I go home?
We're not done yet.
Come with me.
Where to?
Come, you'll see.
Please.
Go ahead.
Please.
- Can I know where we're going?
- You will. Don't be scared.
Come on in.
It's part of the procedure.
Come on in.
Is he the one who assaulted you?
Look at him.
Is he the one
who offended your honor?
Take a good look at him.
Step forward.
Step forward.
Come on.
Is that him?
Look at him.
What? Talk to me.
Yes.
Are you sure?
I want to go home.
Sorry.
I'm sorry.
Amira,
stop pouting, please.
Come on.
- I'm going home.
- What?
I shouldn't have come.
No way you're going home.
Hold on.
Open your mouth.
- Why?
- Open it.
- What's that?
- Go on, swallow.
But what is it?
It will make you forget everything.
See you in 15 minutes.
Come on, get up and dance.
Amira, are you awake?
Hello, darling.
Are you feeling better?
You scared the hell out of me
last night.
Why?
I can't remember anything.
Good for you.
You spun.
You woke up all the dead as well.
- You were a mess.
- What dead?
What did I say?
At first, you talked to Karim,
then to your parents,
that flames were gnawing at you.
A bad trip.
What else did I say?
You've gone off the deep end.
That'll teach you mixing alcohol
and drugs.
- What else did I say?
- Nothing else.
You had a bad trip, that's all.
You couldn't stand up, so we left.
That's it?
Did I say anything else?
No.
Now you have to drink a lot of water.
My head is going to explode.
What's with the accent?
It's so funny.
Hand me my bag, I need aspirin.
Where did you drop it?
You have it.
No I don't.
Yesterday I took your phone
on the table but there was no bag.
Are you serious?
Yes.
- We'll find it.
- Where is it?
We'll find it. Just relax.
Where's my bag?
I know a waiter there,
I'll give him a call. Relax.
Hi, Amine, it's Lobna.
- Tell me they found it.
- No, they didn't.
- It had all my money in it.
- We'll work it out.
It's okay. Don't worry.
Don't you cry.
You're not alone, Amira.
We'll find a solution.
Don't worry.
What's wrong?
You don't look so good.
Forget the tray, tell me.
No, nothing.
Tell me what's wrong.
I want to ask you a favor.
Sure, tell me.
I know I just started here,
but, I would need an advance
on my salary.
I lost my bag yesterday.
Where did you lose it?
In a cab.
Did you get the cab's number?
Did you call?
I... I went to the station.
They told me to...
come back.
Don't worry about it.
I'll give you some money
this afternoon, okay?
- Thanks.
- 2 trays, please.
Coming up.
I'll take this one and you the other.
Okay? Don't worry.
- I'm here now.
- Thank you.
Come on, take the tray.
Place them carefully.
Delicately, please.
Hello.
Good morning.
Amira.
What is it?
What's the matter?
Do you know this man?
Yes.
And so?
He's a bus driver.
Yes, the station's next door.
He's from Tozeur, he knows Youssef.
Tozeur?
What's Tozeur got to do with it?
Youssef is from Tozeur,
from Nabeul I mean.
- I don't get it.
- It's a long story.
I don't want him to see me.
He's going to tell Youssef.
He's gone and there's no way
he saw you.
- Are you sure he's gone?
- Yes, I'm sure.
I'm on my way with the tray.
No, leave it.
I'll take it.
I took your advice after all.
It looks good on you.
Still watching these videos?
He's dead, it's over.
It's not your fault.
Stop blaming yourself.
Are you sure
you don't want to come out?
No, I'm fine.
I forgive you,
but Saturday, we're going out,
with Rafik and Khaled.
You owe him a favor.
Bye.
I assume the consequences of my words.
Cops lie
and that's nothing new.
They're even denying us access
to the forensic report.
My son was murdered by the police.
Zied Talbi
1977 - 2004
So, are we off?
- What time is the reservation for?
- 10 o'clock.
It's about time then.
Go ahead, we'll join you with Amira.
See you.
Relax and breathe.
Smile a little bit.
- See you.
- Bye.
Amira suits you much better than Aya.
Can I ask you a question?
Go ahead.
How did Karim die?
Didn't you hear the coroner's report?
After the beating he got,
the idiot wanted to run.
He was scared so bad
that he fell down the stairs.
That's the coroner's conclusion:
accidental death.
Then why did you make me lie?
If you hadn't lied,
you'd still be under investigation.
Isn't it better this way?
You got away with it.
The case is almost closed.
This country has no mercy,
especially for a girl like you.
You would have been accused
of soliciting
or public indecency.
Lobna told me you needed money.
- No, thanks.
- Stop.
Thanks, I'll pay you back.
Stop it, please.
Who said anything about a refund?
I'm going to enjoy the view.
Now?
Yes, now.
I know that Nabeul is known
for the kindness of its people.
I don't know about Tozeur.
But you've got an idea, don't you?
Shall we go and join the others?
Aya, let's not kid ourselves.
We both know
that Karim didn't do anything.
But the police don't know that.
- It's better this way, right?
- Let's join the others, please.
Because if they find out
that he didn't do anything,
they're going to want to know
why you lied,
and investigate further.
Do you want the investigation
to go further?
Amira, you're back?
I called you a few times.
I've been worried. Are you okay?
Amira, what's going on?
Why are you ignoring me?
I know,
I know very well
that first times aren't great.
You'll get used to it.
Plus Rafik is great,
he's experienced
and understands women.
You're very lucky, you know?
What?
Yes.
A lot of women would love
to be in your shoes.
Come on,
don't make a big deal out of it.
I patched things up with him.
You can keep the money,
but next time you're on, okay?
Did you sell me out, Lobna?
What are you saying?
Rafik pays you to bring him girls?
You're rambling.
I'd rather go to bed.
Come here.
Here's his money,
if he thought he could buy me.
Listen to me carefully,
I'm not your plaything
you can throw money at!
Of course,
you're Khaled's plaything.
You're evolving,
that's good.
Your tongue is loose.
Where is the scared little shy girl?
This is all my fault.
I gave you a chance to be someone,
you little peasant!
You can keep it all to yourself.
- I understand it all now.
- Enlighten me!
I understand why Marwa left.
What?
Did you want to trade her
like you did with me?
I understand the bags, the clothes,
the parties, the shoes.
You're actually a crook.
If you mention Marwa
once again,
I'll break your face!
I'll show you
what madams are capable of!
Get the hell out of my house!
Out!
- Get out!
- I'm not leaving!
Give me back my money!
What money? Get lost!
Give me back my deposit!
What deposit?
Go file a complaint with the cops!
You think I'm naive?
You're scared to death of cops,
you don't have an ID card.
You say you're from Nabeul?
Go back to Nabeul then!
You and your ugly face!
Get out!
Amira.
What happened?
What's the matter?
For God's sake, talk.
What happened?
Come in.
Don't just stand there, get in.
Get in.
Make yourself at home.
I'm speaking softly,
the girls are sleeping.
In case you get cold.
Make yourself at home.
If you want to talk,
I'm here.
Thanks.
I'll bring you some pajamas.
It's your life and you're free,
but I don't want any trouble,
least of all in my house.
Hela, you welcomed me
into your home, you trusted me.
I won't betray you.
Just give me a few days.
I won't be long, I promise.
Okay.
Try to get some sleep.
The girls will soon wake you up
with their noise.
- Good night.
- Good night.
Look at this, Emna.
What's that thing?
Underwear maybe?
- It's my size anyway.
- Then it's yours!
Honestly, Mondher,
it's not great this time.
It's from Trkiye though.
Yeah, right.
It's a rip-off.
Let's get a coffee.
Next time, Mondher, call me when
you seize sunglasses, perfume and such.
Always complaining.
Frankly, the guys at the airport
are better off than us.
You're going to jinx us.
Do you think this would suit my wife?
Who's it for, Fethi?
Even if she did slather herself in oil,
she'd never fit in.
Fethi, what did you do
with Karim's father?
I arrested him.
He made a scene and now wants
to press charges against the girl.
Release him. I want to see him.
Mr. Deputy, nothing to your taste?
- No, nothing.
- Come and have a look.
Hurry up, guys.
- Hello.
- Good morning.
Listen,
Lobna came to throw your stuff away.
I put it over there.
Thanks.
It keeps ringing.
Following the coroner's report,
Karim's case will be classified
as an accident.
His family rejects this
and filed a complaint for murder.
Their lawyer requests
a confrontation with you.
A confrontation?
Why?
Can I refuse?
Yes, you can.
But, the public prosecutor
accepted the complaint,
and appointed an investigating judge.
So you'll soon be receiving
a summons to appear.
No, I refuse.
You will have to.
Might as well do it now?
No, no.
I don't want to.
So I note that you refused
the confrontation?
Yes.
You can go.
Aya?
Aya? One second.
- I want to talk to you.
- Let me go!
I just want to know why you're lying.
- I've said my piece.
- Why do you lie?
Why are you sullying
my son's memory? It's not fair!
- It's not my fault.
- Isn't it enough that he's dead?
Why don't you tell the truth?
Are you aware of what you're doing?
- You're the reason my son is dead!
- Let me through!
- What the hell?
- Let me do the talking!
Say Karim didn't do anything to you.
Think about it, Aya!
Tell them Karim is innocent!
It's no use.
Think well.
- You're not going to run forever?
- I have to.
They want me to testify.
I'm tired of lying.
- Then tell the truth.
- The truth?
So you want me to change my version?
They'll put me in jail for perjury.
If they find out about my fake death,
I'll hang.
Hello.
Why?
Okay, give me some time.
Bye.
What's up?
The cop, the deputy chief...
What does he want?
He wants to see me
but not at the station.
Right now?
No, tomorrow.
It's not safe to go out now.
I think you should see him
before you decide.
Maybe he's got some new information.
Give it some time.
Sit down.
I'd rather stand.
I know you've been lying,
Karim didn't do anything to you.
Don't be afraid.
It's not an official meeting.
What are we doing here?
I want to know why
you're covering for Rafik Sabbagh.
I'm not covering for anyone.
Stop lying.
You've been lying the whole time.
- Excuse me.
- Why aren't we at the station?
How do you think Karim died?
He fell down the stairs.
See for yourself.
Did they give you money?
Or threaten you?
Do they threaten you?
Tell me more if you want help.
- Talk to me.
- Leave me alone.
What do you want from me?
I've said all I needed to say.
Are you trying to trick me?
I wouldn't have shown you the video.
You have to tell the truth.
And testify against the police
who want to cover up a murder case?
You want me to change my story
and put me in jail.
Karim didn't do anything to you.
Perjury is also punishable by prison.
Tell the truth yourself.
I would if I could,
but my hands are tied.
The videos have been deleted
from the server,
the one you saw is a copy,
it has no legal value
but you will be heard
by the judge,
your word counts.
Rafik sacrificed you to save himself,
and the police is covering it up
because of 2 involved officers.
You're the only one
who can stand up to them.
What about the affidavit
you made me sign?
I don't understand anything anymore.
What do you want from me?
18 years ago,
my brother was mowed down
by a drunk, stoned woman.
He died instantly.
The woman's uncle
was a minister under Ben Ali,
they doctored her blood tests.
She got away with it.
She got a dismissal.
It was hard for me to accept.
I was young,
I didn't know anything about life.
I stopped studying
and took the police exam.
I wanted to avenge him.
So that the injustice he suffered
would never happen again.
Here I am years later,
I didn't avenge him,
nor was even able
to reopen his case.
I've become just like them.
I'm part of the system,
I help criminals get away with murder.
I understand your guilt.
You have to tell the truth, Aya.
For you, for Karim, for your future.
And then?
A good lawyer will get you off
and if you're afraid
to change your story,
he can prove you were pressured.
Trust me, clear your conscience.
As long as you're alive,
Karim's family will hunt you down.
- Hello.
- Good morning.
When the driver told me that he saw
a girl who looked like you in Tunis,
I didn't believe him,
but when we received a summons
in your name, we understood.
I should be happy,
to see you in front of me,
safe and sound.
What did we do to you
to deserve this?
I buried you with my own hands.
How about what you inflicted on me?
Congratulations.
You must be happy.
The insurance money cleared your debts.
What?
Don't bother.
We both know that.
Do you think we had a choice?
There were other choices.
I could have continued my studies,
but you made me stop.
My classmates became doctors,
engineers,
traveling around the world,
enjoying life.
What have I seen of life?
What have I become? Tell me.
You say nothing, dad? As usual.
Tell me, dad.
Who went into debt
and mortgaged the house?
Maybe it was me?
Is this how I taught you
to talk to your father?
- Have you no shame?
- Stop it!
Stop it, you've destroyed me.
But it's over now.
I have nothing left to give,
nothing left to pay.
I've been paying rent
and bills since I was 14.
14 years, mum.
What would you have done?
Tell me.
I sacrificed myself too.
I sacrificed my jewelry, my health,
my time, everything.
No, mum.
Sacrifice is one thing
and being a slave at 14 is another.
I hadn't yet seen anything of life
and you sent me out to scrub it.
You abused your only daughter,
to later marry her
to the highest bidder.
You're the ones who killed me.
You've made your choices.
I'll make my own now.
One second, please.
The Aya you knew is dead.
Aya.
Coming.
- Come here quickly.
- One second.
Come quickly, watch.
We won't forget you, Karim!
The Karim affair continues
to cause a stir in Tunisia,
with an ongoing instruction...
What are you going to do?
...following a murder complaint
by his family.
A controversial affair
that is also causing a stir
on social media.
The judgement is eagerly awaited,
under high social
and political tension.
Hello.
What can't you say over the phone?
I won't testify.
What?
I'm not going to testify.
You have to, by law.
There's no choice.
- What's this?
- A copy of my death certificate.
- How did you forge it?
- I didn't.
I died on October 11th,
in an accident
between Tozeur and Tamerza.
So I can't have been present
the evening of the tragedy.
I'm not rambling.
It's a very long story.
I'm claiming to be dead.
My father is waiting for my call,
to go to the police station
with this certificate.
What? We saw you on the videos,
in the police station.
You even signed the minutes.
What are you saying?
I am officially
and administratively dead.
The girl at the station
may look like me,
you never see my face on camera,
and anybody can sign for me.
Aya Dhaoui: Status normal
Zied Talbi: Status normal
You're right.
The updates aren't done.
Even my brother is still alive.
You know that your death certificate
can cause an earthquake?
Yes.
But I want Rafik and his henchmen
to pay for what they did to Karim.
Then I'll have to disappear,
I have no alternatives.
The whole country will be after me.
But before I go,
there's one last thing I have to do.
Do you still have a copy
of the videos?
Ministry of the Interior,
Ministry of Terrorism!
Ministry of the Interior,
Ministry of Terrorism!
Karim, forever in our hearts!
Justice for Karim!
This is for you.
For Karim
I've consulted the
missing persons register
for you to choose from.
You all have the same profile.
- Are you sure it's safe?
- Yes.
The last disappearance was 7 years ago.
Nobody's searching anymore.
The first one: Meriem Ben Youssef, born
in 92, disappeared in Bizerte in 2007.
2nd: Khadija Lahmar, born in 90,
orphan and missing since the revolution.
The last one:
Acha Hammami, born in 93,
missing in Tunis since 2012.
Acha.
I want to become Acha.
For the Minister of the Interior
Acha Hammami's ID
Investigation file of Zied Talbi
Thanks for assembling the cupboard.
It's been here for 3 months.
I'm happy you like it.
You'll think of me when you see it.
I'm going to miss you so much.
Don't disappear.
Just until things settle, I promise.
You take care of yourself.
No more nonsense.
I wish I had a mother like you.
I will never forget
what you did for me.
Take good care of yourself.
- I will miss you.
- I'll miss you too.
Bye.
Be seated.
In light of the latest exhibits
added to the file
by the victim's family,
which highlight the facts
and contradict the accident theory...
What does it mean?
Quiet!
The court orders
to issue arrest warrants against:
Mr. Rafik Sabbagh,
police officer: Hamadi Boudhina,
police officer: Chedli Bououn,
for voluntary manslaughter.
The court also orders
to issue arrest warrants
for the five security guards present
at the time of the incident
for complicity.
The court also orders
an independent inquiry into parliament
to understand how
the Ministry of the Interior
used the identity of a deceased person
in order to discredit
the main victim in this case.
This is a very serious precedent
that calls into question
the integrity of the police.
The hearing is adjourned.
After the videos
were leaked on social media,
including camera footage
that prove police involvement...
Charges were brought against
police officers Bououn and Boudhina,
as well as against the security guards
and Rafik Sabbagh
for voluntary manslaughter.