Watch Algeria, Memoirs of Raï (2001) Online

In the 1980s, Algeria experienced a tumultuous social context which reached its peak during the riots of October 88. This wave of protest, with youth as its figurehead, echoed the texts of raï singers. Thirst for freedom, misery of life and the aspirations of youth are among the main themes of their works which will inspire an entire generation. More than music, raï celebrates the Arabic language and becomes a vector of Algerian culture, thus providing the cultural weapons of emerging Algerian nationalism With Cheb Khaled, Cheb Mami and Chaba Fadela as leaders of the movement, raï is also a way of telling and reflecting the essence of Algeria in these difficult times. While the threat weighs on artists in Algeria, their exile allows raï to be exported internationally and thus, to bring the colors of Algeria to life throughout the world. Read More

Watch Algeria, Memoirs of Raï online. Featuring Cheb Hasni and Cheb Khaled, Algeria, Memoirs of Raï is classified as Documentary genre movie with an average rating across the web of 10. It is available for streaming online in the UK The movie was filmed in France and was released on 2001. Algeria, Memoirs of Raï was directed by Djamel Kelfaoui,Michel Vuillermet,Soazig Chappedelaine,Richard Prost. Read Less