MY DEAR SON
Is he okay?
Stay with him.
What happened, Sami?
- Riadh! - I'm going.
Riadh!
Wait...
Sami...
Come on, wake up.
Sami, wake up.
Is it normal for him to be passed out?
I don't know, it could be the pain.
So, how's he doing?
He's fine, Uncle Riadh. There was nothing on the radiograph.
You need to show it to Dr. Belkahla.
What's his problem?
Nothing, it was that migraine we talked about.
What about fainting?
Dizziness and weariness can be caused by migraines.
Dr. Belkahla will explain.
He's just going to repeat the same thing.
But you must follow what he guides.
If he sends you to a specialist, you must go.
Thank you. God bless you.
Thanks bye.
You want this?
- It's almost nine dinars. - Okay.
In addition, it is chocolate.
65 dinars and 300 millimes.
How much is seven times nine?
Let me help you, sir.
2.5 dinars left.
Can you give me coins for another coupon?
You know she can't, father. Don't you have coins?
Sorry, I always get confused with these coupons.
I can never do the shopping and get the coupons.
On that website it says:
"People prone to migraines"
are endowed with superior intelligence
and a great aptitude for creativity.
Did you hear me?
I don't have enough for science classes.
Private lessons.
- How much is it? - 160 dinars.
It was not last Sunday.
I know, and I didn't count those.
What will we do about the other matter?
What subject?
The psychiatrist. Shall we take it or not?
Do you think he'll accept?
And what he can do
besides doping the boy with medicine?
It is not a good idea with the evidence coming.
The doctor said he was fine.
It's just the stress of the college entrance exam.
Perhaps we are demanding too much of him.
- He said that? - Yes.
He did not sacrifice himself
to be successful and become a doctor?
It's the entrance exam, Riadh!
Just another year.
Belgacem wants us to pay for the condo.
He's going to send a bailiff.
I don't care, I won't pay.
They spent on that basketball court
instead of repairing the elevator.
Do you think we like basketball?
Sami, I set some cookies for you.
Thank you.
- Want a piece? - No, thanks.
They're going to fix the elevator, Nazli.
Nazli!
I think she went to pray.
Do not stack dirty dishes.
Okay.
I saw a strange video on Facebook yesterday.
Oh really?
There is a station attendant in Mnihla
that sells gasoline for motorcycles.
Anyway,
he has a monkey this big,
and the monkey has a sixth sense.
Can detect migraines.
- Oh really? - Swear.
In the video,
they sit a sick person in front of the monkey.
The monkey takes the person’s head,
search her hair,
finds the point that,
knock, pull a hair, and that's it!
What?
He's healed.
Make fun!
- I got goose bumps when I saw it. - Oh really?
Don't you believe me? I'll send you the link.
- Okay. - Will see.
You make me laugh!
I'll stay longer this time.
I have extra classes.
But I call you. Bye.
I put food in the freezer. I made you a tomato sauce.
- Take care. - Okay.
- Don't forget to turn off the gas. - Okay.
Bye. Take care.
My aunt has always had severe migraines.
She was isolated for three days.
No visits, no light.
She also vomited. Rest in peace.
She went through hell, poor thing.
Do not jump to conclusions. She didn't die of a migraine.
Stop, Sameh. You don't know what I'm going through.
Your son is fine.
It's the damn college entrance exam!
You panic and pass the stress on to him.
Do you know what he needs?
Listen to your friend.
A good fuck and it will pass!
He's only 19.
Exactly. You must be dying.
Another virgin!
It only comes with a touch of the hand...
Stop.
Adnene!
- Don't call him! - He's a nice guy.
- And I'm the Virgin Mary. - Come here.
- This is Sameh, a colleague. - Hello.
Sorry, my hands are dirty.
She will help you with your work.
Because? Do you need a babysitter?
She's making fun.
Eat, dear.
Fill the tripe.
Let's get some pizzas
and forget about your mother's stew?
Okay.
Why don't we go to Valentino
and we order pasta with seafood?
What do you think?
It's been a while!
I don't know.
It's too far.
What about you?
I have money.
That is not it. We are going to be late and I need to study.
Can't you take a break?
Just once.
- Hello. - Hello.
- Documents, please. - Clear.
Here it is.
- The safe. - What?
- The safe. - Sure, insurance.
It's somewhere. Sometimes, I forget at home.
Well, Mr. Riadh...
Don't you have insurance?
It must be somewhere.
Thanks bye.
How much did you give him?
Ten dinars.
Want more oil?
Your mother's food is always very spicy.
Is your head hurting?
A little.
I know you don't like it when I say that,
but take two pain pills.
- It will make me sleepy. - What about you?
Go to sleep early and study in the morning.
You will be rested.
You know I can't study in the morning.
Did you eat chocolate?
No.
Well, I stopped using bleach.
I don't know what to do about those migraines.
I don't understand the cause.
I searched all the forums online.
What do you think causes your headaches?
I don't know!
Don't you understand?
Sorry, dad.
Whereby?
For what happened in the kitchen.
It doesn't matter.
There is no problem.
I don't know what's wrong with me.
What's wrong?
I don't know.
You are well.
It will be different at the university.
Will make new friends
and forget everything.
I know I shouldn't be doing this.
I should try.
- With us? - That.
But we are your parents.
We understand and support you.
It won't be like this forever.
Promise.
I want to go to a psychiatrist.
Because?
We will when your mother comes back.
We don't have to wait for her, let's go together.
- Will you come with me? - I don't know.
I don't know if I can.
- Do you want me to come in? - If they let...
Sami Saidi.
It's my son.
He's stressed out by the evidence.
- Too much pressure. - Good luck.
Thank you.
Rosal.
What?
Rosal.
- Rosal. - Yeah.
Is that soothing?
No, no.
It is weaker.
That's what the doctor said.
His health is more important than the rest.
And what does Sami say?
He looks relieved.
- Really? - Yes.
The doctor advised to exercise.
He seemed to like it.
How nice.
What did he say?
I thought he was going to say: "stressed and overwhelmed".
Damn overloaded!
- Stop! - Continues.
Said he was depressed.
Bullshit! Does he arrive with a migraine and leave with a depression?
Who is this psychiatrist?
Stop taking him to a thousand doctors.
Be normal with him, do not show concern.
You should pay me, and not that psychiatrist.
Will this work for Zied?
How much is it?
Fifteen dinars, I think.
How are things with Nazli?
- I didn't mention the depression. - I wasn't talking about it.
I talked about you two. How are you in the room?
How long since you last had sex?
- Stop. - One month?
Two?
If you say three, I'll pass out!
She spends three days in Maktar and always arrives tired.
You are the one who is tired!
She is your wife!
Can I do it a little bit. A rose should do the trick.
Where's the shirt? I liked it, I'll take it.
Where's the seller?
I have something for you.
I bought this at the market.
Maybe it's too big.
- At the Ezzahra market? - Prove it.
Not bad.
Liked?
Yes, it's beautiful.
How nice.
It's not very big, is it?
No, it's fine. I like it wider.
And it's branded!
H&M!
Give it to me to wash.
- Hi, how are you? - It's OK?
I forgot my charger for a change.
You should leave a wool and one here.
I always say that and forget.
What is he doing? You don't answer my calls.
He probably didn't hear.
Is he taking medication?
Yes.
I think you're feeling better.
Thank God.
Should we have taken him to the psychiatrist before?
Now it's done.
I am exhausted.
What is it?
The florist at the station forced me to buy.
Truth?
Mother, do you want anything? What do you need?
Nothing, thank you.
I'm going to the market later.
But we don't need much.
- See you later, then. - Sami...
Has the migraine gone?
- It's better. - Passed on?
- I think so. - It will be fine now.
Listen, Adnene.
Turn left.
Go to the export area.
Very well.
- Riadh, where were you? - In Port.
I have something for you.
Here is an envelope.
We made a kitty for your retirement.
The names are inside. See who really likes you.
That Cool. Thank you.
They wanted to take you out to eat.
I saved you from a plate of pasta.
You are wonderful.
Take Nazli out or travel.
Have a good time!
You only live once.
How is Adnene doing?
He's a pervert.
It looks like a saint, but it is a parasite.
It hides well.
I say so!
It will show up?
- See you. - Goodbye.
Bye, call me!
IBN RACHIQ HIGH SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Are you determined to study design?
I don't know.
My friend's son studies plastic arts.
Do you want me to talk to him?
- You don't have to. - Why?
Because it will depend on my grades.
Do you need high marks for that?
Yes, you do.
If you get high marks,
what else would you choose besides design?
- It's too early to talk about it. - Are you superstitious?
I am.
Don't be silly!
Forget your notes.
If you could choose, what would you choose?
It's just a joke.
I don't want to play.
Come on!
Dad, change the subject, please.
I'm just kidding, forget it.
Some people take the entrance exam three times
and still get good jobs.
I will run.
He returned?
Yes, why? What is it, Riadh?
Why don't you answer your cell?
- I left it here. - Why didn't you wait for me?
I kept calling you!
- I didn't hear. - Lie!
- He's saying he didn't hear. - Don't meddle.
I searched the entire park for you!
I'm tired of this!
You'll have to get by tonight!
Call me when you want to leave.
- I'll turn around. - How will you manage?
I said I would take you home.
Are you going to drive to Radès and back?
What about you?
I have a friend who lives around here. I'm going to have coffee with him.
Right.
Hello, father?
Are you far?
Can you come and get me?
- I brought a cake. - Thank you.
It was fun?
Yes. Did you see your friend?
We had coffee together.
- Are you still awake? - I'm going to bed.
- Good night dad. - Good night.
Can you copy the school documents?
Right.
Maybe I will stop by the Canadian embassy.
For what?
Information.
About what?
Studying there.
We discussed this already.
Still, I can search.
I saw their website. I want details.
And how do we pay?
We can sell the car.
We will not need it after the test.
Sell ​​the car?
It won't cover even a semester.
We can try the bank.
A loan?
Yes, it can help.
With your pension and what's left of my salary?
We almost didn't make it to the end of the month.
In what world do you live in?
And why outside the country?
If he has good grades,
you can study wherever you want.
Where is he?
- What? - Sami.
- In his bedroom. - He's not here.
- It must be in the bathroom. - Neither are you.
Where can he be?
Have you come down? Call him.
It's off.
Stay here. I'm going in.
Where would he go days before the race?
He took everything. There's nothing here!
Even the computer! All!
- Hello. - Hello, sir.
Did a flight leave for Turkey this morning?
Just a minute.
There was one at 9:15.
Do you know if Sami Saidi was in it?
I don't know.
He is my son. Here is my document.
Sorry sir. I don't have a passenger list.
He forgot his cell phone at home.
He'll call from the hotel. Why to worry?
He takes medicine every day,
his mother is worried.
We just want to know if he arrived well.
- I don't want to disturb you. - Don't worry.
What's his name?
Sami Saidi.
I can't find it.
As well?
Was there a flight later or yesterday?
Don't you know when your son left and you weren't even accompanied?
In fact, I'm lost.
He was at home yesterday.
This morning, I found a note saying it went to Serbia.
What do I do now?
Thank you.
I can't find it.
Did he mention Turkey in the message?
- No. - He may have gone through Lebanon.
- How old is he? - Nineteen.
He is young. You may be enjoying yourself.
Hiding at a friend's house or something.
- Advanced science? - No.
- Advanced science? - Yes, which class?
Science three.
I think they've already gone home.
There. That guy with the red backpack.
He's from Science three.
- What's his name? - Maher.
- Hello, Maher. - Hello.
- I am Riadh Saidi, Sami's father. - I know, I know.
Sami spent the night at a friend's house.
His cell is off. I wanted to hand over the charger.
You can give it to me. I'll give it to him later.
Where?
On here. Or later, in class.
But he didn't come today.
It's true, I didn't see you today.
- Where's Sami? - What?
Where did he spend the night?
You said he spent the night with a friend.
- Are you making fun of me? - How is it?
- Are you making fun? - What?
I am not too old to break your neck!
Let me go! Old asshole!
Douchebag!
I don't give a damn about your son and his friends!
He hasn't come in a week!
Riadh.
One minute.
Open the door, Riadh.
Has he not contacted you since that message?
Not over the phone or Facebook?
No.
Can I ask a few more questions?
Clear.
Was Sami preparing for the entrance exam?
Yes.
And do you think he would have passed?
Yes of course.
Sami never had any problems at school.
Never repeated the year.
It is only in the fundamental one, that he got measles.
It was the only time.
- In the fundamental one... - Yes.
Does he pray?
I don't think so.
And you lady?
I do.
And you, Mr. Riadh?
I don't pray anymore.
Have friends or family members who can
have you influenced him to go to Serbia?
We don’t socialize much, nor does Sami.
- We are reserved. - I'll be right back.
Free Tunisia! Not terrorists!
I should be ashamed to come here
asking for your child to be brought back.
You gave birth to monsters!
We don't want it here!
- Hold him. - Sir, are you okay?
- Hold him. Hold him. - Sir...
Can I take you home or call a taxi for you?
- Riadh, are you okay now? - I am.
- Can you drive? - I can.
Thank you, he's fine.
- Okay. - Thanks.
Let's go home?
Give me a minute.
How many people are prepared to sacrifice
for what they call democracy and freedom?
They call us terrorists.
We, who fight for the application of the law of God!
Their civilization and their freedom are collapsing!
Still, they still try
pollute their minds
with their various and sterile values.
And if you believe that you are the master of your decisions,
is a deluded.
In addition, they create an illusion of happiness
because they fear death.
And yet, death is much more noble and beautiful...
Let it dry.
Be patient.
It will get better.
- Is it only in your arms? - Yes.
Itchy all day?
At night.
Okay, at night.
Do you sleep well?
- Not really. - As well?
It is difficult to sleep, and I wake up a lot.
Retirement is a difficult stage in life,
that can generate these symptoms.
Itches, apnea...
Let's do some exams
to find out if the cause is psychosomatic or organic.
We'll do the exams and see.
Could it be depression?
What do you mean, depression? Because?
We need to do tests
before we talk about it.
So why did you tell my son he was depressed?
Excuse me. Your son? What is your name?
Sami Saidi.
- Did I treat you? - He did.
I was studying for the entrance exam and I had migraines.
It was recommended by Dr. Belkahla.
I remember now, but I never said he had depression.
Said yes.
Sorry, but I know what you said.
We talked about migraines and the stress of tests.
But I never said he was depressed.
Why did he lie to me, then?
I don't know. Maybe I was afraid I wouldn't pass.
- Over there, did he pass? - No.
It doesn't matter, he's young. It's only been a year.
We can help you get over it.
Did he talk about his mother and me?
He wanted to understand things about himself.
We must help you to overcome this defeat
and regain confidence.
- Hello, Nazli. - Hello.
What's it?
I sold the car.
- What? - I sold it to the mechanic.
I need to bring Sami back.
What are you talking about?
I'm going to Serbia through Turkey and bring him back, that's all.
What are you saying?
- You are crazy! - I know what I'm doing.
- Oh really? - Yes!
- Isn't that crazy? - No, I organized everything.
- I even bought the ticket. - Oh really?
Yes.
You are not going.
- Listen, Nazli... - No, I won't listen!
- Listen. - Said you're not going!
But it's for Sami!
Yes, Sami. Sami, who destroyed me!
I know I know!
But don't you dare do the same!
Don't leave me alone!
Cut your throat, and I'll be alone!
Don't talk nonsense.
They won't do anything to an old man like me.
Go, destroy things, destroy my home!
Go ahead, destroy everything!
Do you want me to stay still?
That I don't do anything?
I tried! I can't!
We will lose our son!
I'll bring Sami back!
- Hello. - Hello.
- Do you speak Arabic? - No, sir, I'm sorry.
But how can I help you?
I'm Riadh Saidi.
I have a reservation.
Welcome, sir. I'll check in.
Thank you.
- Please, can I ask? - Clear.
Thank you.
I want to...
Go...
For Serbia.
My son is in Serbia.
No. My son is not a terrorist.
- You help me? - No, sorry, sir.
You don't. Do you have a friend who can help?
No, I'm sorry. I can't.
This is your key.
Go up the stairs and turn left. Your room is 202.
- Right, thanks. - You are welcome.
- Good night. - Good night.
- Hello. - Hello.
I want to go to that hotel, please.
Right.
- Please. - Yes?
202, please.
- Thank you. - Excuse...
- You speak Arabic, don't you? - Yes.
My colleague said
that you want to cross the border.
Yes.
I can help you.
Like?
I know someone who can help you.
Have money?
- Money? - Yes, cash.
Have.
- Dollars, euros? - Dollars.
It will cost you $ 400 dollars.
It's $ 150 before you go,
and the rest when it arrives.
You will take a bus from here to Gaziantep.
And from Gaziantep, another bus to Carquemis.
You'll find the smuggler there.
Ok, I get it.
- Do you agree? - I agree.
- What? Do I need to pay now? - If possible...
So this friend of yours is going to help me get to Serbia?
That's what he does, his name is Jacim.
He will help you cross the border.
I am not deceiving you.
No, I just want to understand.
It will arrive in Carquemis at night.
The next morning, he will cross a military area.
Then, a large deserted area,
and arrive at Jarabulus.
Jarabulus?
- It's in Serbia. - Got it.
- Can I make a call? - Clear.
Thank you.
Hello, Nazli.
Yes, fine.
I'm calling from the hotel.
I lost my cellphone.
I'm going to Serbia tomorrow.
No, you can't call me. I'll call you.
I said I was calling from the hotel. Good night.
Okay. Good night.
Thank you.
Right?
Yes thanks.
- Jacim? - Yes, I am Jacim.
Hello.
- Can I help you? - No, thanks.
This way.
This way. Hello.
Hey.
Can you pay me now?
I'll take you to your hotel.
Tomorrow, we will go to Jarabulus.
It is a 50 minute walk.
Is someone waiting for you there?
No.
My son is there.
But we are not in contact.
You saw him?
- No. - No?
No.
I am afraid that he is dead.
If he was, they would have reported.
- Hi good night. - Good night.
- Okay? I brought a new guest. - Okay.
- Get him a room. - Right.
- Good night welcome. - Good night.
- Tomorrow, okay? - Okay.
- Follow me. - Thank you.
I can help you?
I want to go out and buy some water.
Everything is already closed.
Come with me.
- Am I the only guest? - No.
There's a group of architects.
Before, Carquemis was famous for its ruins.
It has now become the crossroads for jihadists.
- Are you here for your son? - I am.
- He's young and he doesn't understand. - How old?
Nineteen.
This is not young.
What did you want when you were his age?
- Me? - Yes, you.
Work, build a family, earn money.
That is no longer enough for them.
Young...
They want to feel important,
even if they need to die for that.
My son has nothing to do with these people!
He's a good boy.
He was sick, that's all.
My son is my life.
Brother, I have four children
lost around the world.
When my wife died,
came to see me for a week.
After that,
returned to their lives.
It is not the same thing.
I don't care if he's away.
I just want him to be happy.
We all say that.
But in truth, it is only our happiness that matters.
I need to get up early. Good night.
They're gone, get up.
Get up, Sami! Raise!
- For what? - Let's go home!
Your mother is waiting!
- It's useless. - Useless?
I will find you a job. Will marry.
- I don't want to live like you. - What?
What's wrong with me?
- Dad, don't look for me. - What?
Get up, get up!
Raise! Move yourself!
Move yourself! Come with me, come on!
Come with me! Stand up!
Come come! We will!
What?
Why do you want me to go back to him?
I told you he doesn't want to.
Even if he wanted to, they wouldn't let him. I saw them.
I don't have any more money. I have to go back.
I'll hang up. Good night.
Where is the bathroom?
GIRLS ARE NOT ALLOWED
Come, join.
I've already set one up for you.
I let you down, didn't I?
When I returned, Nazli kept asking me questions.
How did you find him?
What was he wearing? What did he say?
And I made up answers.
What else could I do?
How do we end up like this?
Stop, you're hurting yourself.
Is that you? How's the job?
The same.
How are your girls?
It's okay.
But I'm screwed.
What?
I'm totally screwed.
What happened?
Zied met a girl at work.
Cheated on me.
Are you sure?
He told me himself.
He said he regretted it,
who loves me.
He wants me to forgive him.
But I can't do it.
Divorce yourself from the asshole!
Divorce? I can't get a divorce.
My rent is only 800 dinars!
And my daughters are going to start high school.
They don't deserve this.
One day, they will leave you.
Nazli?
- Why are you in the dark? - I thought there was an exit.
I was waiting for you for dinner and fell asleep.
- Let's have dinner? - We will.
What are you saying?
Are you sure there is no sound?
Computer damn!
What will his name be?
It's a boy, isn't it?
Who cares?
How can you say that? It's your grandson!
CONGRATULATIONS FOR THE BEB!
YOU ARE AN IDIOT! A TRUE IDIOT!
HAD A CHILD
IN THE MIDDLE OF THESE MONSTERS!
CONGRATULATIONS FOR THE BEB!
Three for 9.5 dinars.
Go and get one more.
- Don't forget the action. - Right.
Hello?
Hello.
Hello?
I can't hear you.
Yes, he is my son.
Nazli!
What is it?
I don't understand.
Give it to me.
When are you going to bring him back?
I need to know.
I need to prepare for the funeral.
I will explain later.
Explain what?
What will you explain?
Are you going to bring him back?
Yes, that is not the problem.
What is the problem?
Will you bring something back?
Are you going to bring something back or not?
Won't I see Sami?
I said I will explain.
God help me!
- I'm sorry for your loss. - Thank you.
Keep your faith in God. Life is like this.
- Courage. - Thank you.
- My condolences. - Thanks son.
He was a good boy, he studied with my son.
Few people came.
Souad won't even come.
Girls, Souad can't come.
She can't get up the stairs because of her knee.
And the elevator is not working.
And there will be hours With big, kind eyes
Nazli.
Turn the volume down, please.
As a reward for what they did
No vanity will lead you to No sinful speech
Why did you cook all this?
Never know.
What does that mean?
I will stay longer in Maktar this time.
I will spend time with my aunts,
and my schedule is full.
I can't take this coming and going, Riadh.
And we're renting that house for nothing.
I prefer to stay there.
Listen...
Spend time with your aunts, if you want.
Who cares about the house?
Is that your house.
Why would I go back?
I can't take it alone.
When you went to meet Sami, did you really see him?
What?
Did you see him as I see you now?
Did you touch him?
I already told you.
It doesn't matter, tell me again.
I told you several times.
How was he?
I told you everything.
How was he?
Did he talk about me?
Did you ask how I was?
- Why are you doing this? - Didn't you ask?
Why are you doing this to me?
Because I can't accept what's going on!
I can't accept, may God forgive me!
May God curse them!
Let them suffer as I am suffering!
May they rot in hell!
Riadh!
Come here!
- Nasser, did you check the compressor? - It's working.
Show me.
- 35/38. - That's nice.
Come here, Riadh!
Warm...
Are you on fire?
Water, no.
Somebody give him a bread.