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The Secret of the Grain

La Graine et le Mulet

2007 · 2h 35m · Released

Drama

In southern France, a Franco-Arabic shipyard worker along with his partner's daughter pursues his dream of opening a restaurant.

7.0 The Movie Database

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THE SECRET OF THE GRAIN (2007) Trailer - The Criterion Collection
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Top cast and crew

Abdellatif Kechiche Director
Habib Boufares Slimane Beji
Hafsia Herzi Rym
Farida Benkhetache Karima
Abdelhamid Aktouche Hamid
Alice Houri Julia
Bouraouïa Marzouk Souad
CF Cyril Favre Serguei
Leila D'Issernio Lilia
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Frequently asked questions about The Secret of the Grain

Where can I watch The Secret of the Grain in the United States?

The Secret of the Grain is available to stream on Plex in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch The Secret of the Grain for free?

The Secret of the Grain streams free with ads in the United States on Plex. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for The Secret of the Grain?

The Secret of the Grain scores 7.0 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in The Secret of the Grain?

The Secret of the Grain stars Habib Boufares, Hafsia Herzi, Farida Benkhetache, Abdelhamid Aktouche, and Alice Houri. Abdellatif Kechiche is the director.

How long is The Secret of the Grain?

The Secret of the Grain runs 2h 35m (155 minutes).

When did The Secret of the Grain come out?

The Secret of the Grain was released on December 12, 2007.

Which studio made The Secret of the Grain?

The Secret of the Grain was produced by Pathé Renn Productions, Hirsch, and France 2 Cinéma in France and Tunisia.

How much did The Secret of the Grain make at the box office?

The Secret of the Grain grossed $14,693,300 worldwide.

What languages is The Secret of the Grain in?

The Secret of the Grain is in Russian, French, and Arabic, and its original language is French.

What language is The Secret of the Grain in?

The Secret of the Grain is in French, and its original title is La Graine et le Mulet.

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