Slimane is Daru's old friend from his infantry days and now a member of the Algerian rebellion. After rebels capture Daru and Mohamed, Slimane recognizes Daru, frees both men's hands, and later urges Daru to decide whether he supports or opposes the rebellion. He survives the French attack on the rebel camp.
Béchir is a confidant to Carole, listening as she talks through her marriage and its disappointments. He also speaks with Benoît about the possibility of working in Hong Kong, warning him that life far from family and home can be difficult and urging him to think carefully before deciding.
Djemel Barek has 36 screen credits in a career dating back to 2000. Signature works include Ramdam, Far from Men, The Returned. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.