The Marchers (2013)
A stirring dramatization of France's landmark 1983 March for Equality and Against Racism, uniting a nation divided by intolerance.
The Marchers - Movie Information
- Original Title: La Marche
- Release Year: 2013
- Directed by: Nabil Ben Yadir
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Drama
- Runtime: 2h 0m
- Original Language: French
- Spoken Languages: French
- Release Date (Theatrical): November 27, 2013 (Belgium - 16), November 27, 2013 (France - U)
- Production Companies: Chi-Fou-Mi Productions, EuropaCorp, France 3 Cinéma, Entre Chien et Loup, Antilope Joyeuse, Kissfilms, France Télévisions, Canal+, Ciné+, La Région Île-de-France, BNP Paribas Fortis, Agence Nationale pour la Cohésion Sociale et l'Égalité des Chances (ACSE), Belgacom, Centre du Cinéma et de l'Audiovisuel de la FWB, Belga Films, VOO
- Production Countries: Belgium, France
The Marchers - Plot
In 1983, in France experiencing intolerance and racial violence, three young teens and the priest Minguettes launching a largely peaceful march for equality and against racism, over 1,000 km between Marseille and Paris. Despite the difficulties and resistance encountered, their movement will bring about a real boost of hope in the way of Gandhi and Martin Luther King. They unite with their arrival more than 100 000 people from all walks of life and give France its new face.
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The Marchers - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Nabil Ben Yadir
Main Cast
- Olivier Gourmet
- Jamel Debbouze
- Charlotte Le Bon
- Hafsia Herzi
- Tewfik Jallab
- Vincent Rottiers
- M'Barek Belkouk
- Lubna Azabal
- Malik Zidi
- Simon Abkarian
Producers
- Hugo Sélignac
- Nabil Ben Yadir
- Diana Elbaum
- Benoît Roland
The Marchers - FAQs
Is The Marchers based on a true story?
Yes, The Marchers is directly inspired by the real-life 1983 March for Equality and Against Racism in France, also known as “La Marche des Beurs.” A group of young people from the Minguettes housing estate near Lyon walked over 1,000 km from Marseille to Paris, ultimately drawing more than 100,000 supporters.
What is The Marchers about?
Set in 1983 France, The Marchers follows three young people and a priest who launch a peaceful march for equality and against racism, walking over 1,000 km from Marseille to Paris. Inspired by Gandhi and Martin Luther King, their journey overcomes resistance and unites more than 100,000 people upon arrival in the capital.
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Who are the main actors in The Marchers?
The Marchers features an ensemble cast led by Jamel Debbouze as Hassan, Hafsia Herzi as Monia, Tewfik Jallab as Mohamed, Vincent Rottiers as Sylvain, and Olivier Gourmet as Dubois. The cast also includes Charlotte Le Bon, Lubna Azabal, M'Barek Belkouk, Malik Zidi, and Simon Abkarian.
Who directed The Marchers?
The Marchers was directed by Belgian-Moroccan filmmaker Nabil Ben Yadir. Known for his socially engaged cinema, Ben Yadir brings both emotional intimacy and historical scope to this dramatization of France's landmark 1983 civil rights march, blending personal stories with a broader political narrative.
When was The Marchers released?
The Marchers was released on November 27, 2013, simultaneously in Belgium and France. The Belgian release carried a 16 age classification, while the French release was rated U, indicating it was suitable for all audiences in France.
What language is The Marchers filmed in?
The Marchers is filmed entirely in French. It is a Belgian-French co-production, and the original title of the film is La Marche. Viewers watching outside French-speaking regions will typically require subtitles or a dubbed version depending on the platform.
How long is The Marchers?
The Marchers has a runtime of 120 minutes, or 2 hours. The film uses its full running time to trace the emotional and political arc of the 1983 march, developing its ensemble cast of characters across the long journey from Marseille to Paris.
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