Film: Amal

“Amal is a 2023 Belgian drama film written and directed by Jawad Rhalib, David Lambert, and Chloé Léonil. It stars Lubna Azabal as Amal, a high school literature teacher in Brussels.”

"Undeniably brave and politically incorrect..."

“Amal received critical acclaim for its portrayal of the conflicts between personal beliefs and societal expectations. The film has been widely praised for its nuanced portrayal of complex social issues and the strength of its performances, with particular emphasis on the young cast.”

https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/amal_2024/reviews

The film can be streamed from Kanopy (the free public library online film streaming service).

~Evie & Michael