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Storyline

Lilia is a woman who lives in Tunis alone with her adolescent daughter, Salma. She lost her husband many years before and has to get by entirely on her own. Because of a series of coincidences and to protect her daughter, who she believes is in danger, the woman goes to a nightclub, which both fascinates and frightens her. Lilia discovers the world of dancing, music and pleasure. She ends up becoming a ballerina in the club.

Festivals & Academy awards and others

Berlin International Film Festival 2002
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