Mama’s Family

Set during World War II, this film follows the harrowing journey of four North African soldiers who enlist in the French army to liberate France from Nazi occupation. The narrative delves into themes of bravery, discrimination, and the often-overlooked contributions of colonial troops. Directed by Rachid Bouchareb, the movie features powerful performances from Jamel Debbouze, Samy Naceri, and Roschdy Zem. Notably, it was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.