The Midnight Orchestra

A gentle, bittersweet homecoming that mixes quiet grief with warm humor and the healing pull of music and old friendships.

Directed by

Jérôme Cohen-Olivar

Genres

Comedy, Drama

Starring

Gad Elmaleh, Hassan El Fad, Avishay Benazra

Overview

After leaving Morocco amidst racial tensions spurred by the Yom Kippur war, the son of a once famous Jewish musician travels to his home country to bury his father. As he meets the members of the band, his life unexpectedly transforms.

How it feels

Melancholic, warm, earnest and light. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Grief, family, identity, music

Content

Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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