---
title: "A Tale of Love and Desire"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-tale-of-love-and-desire-2021"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 820702
imdb_id: "tt12077970"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 102
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 86
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# A Tale of Love and Desire (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/a-tale-of-love-and-desire-2021

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

A Tale of Love and Desire is a 2021 drama film directed by Leyla Bouzid and co-produced by Sandra da Fonseca and Olivier Père. The film stars Sami Outalbali and Zbeida Belhajamor in the lead roles, with supporting performances by Diong-Keba Tacu, Aurelia Petit, Mahia Zrouki, and Bellamine Abdelmalek. The story centers on Ahmed, an eighteen-year-old French individual of Algerian origin who grew up in the Parisian suburbs. While attending university, he meets Farah, an energetic young Tunisian woman who recently arrived from Tunis. As Ahmed discovers a body of sensual and erotic Arabic literature that he previously did not know existed, he falls deeply in love with her. Although he is overwhelmed by desire, he attempts to resist it throughout the narrative. The film was released in France on September 1, 2021, and has a runtime of one hour and forty-two minutes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, OVID, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, France Channel Amazon Channel | Kanopy, Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Leyla Bouzid
- **Networks / Studios**: Blue Monday Productions, ARTE

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sami Outalbali** as *Ahmed Ouannas*
- **Zbeida Belhajamor** as *Farah Kallel*
- **Diong-Kéba Tacu** as *Saidou*
- **Aurélia Petit** as *Professeur Anne Morel*
- **Mahia Zrouki** as *Dalila*
- **Bellamine Abdelmalek** as *Karim*
- **Mathilde La Musse** as *Léa*
- **Samir Elhakim** as *Hakim*
- **Khemissa Zarouel** as *Faouzia*
- **Sofia Lesaffre** as *Malika*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch A Tale of Love and Desire online?
A Tale of Love and Desire is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, OVID, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, France Channel Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is A Tale of Love and Desire worth watching?
A Tale of Love and Desire holds a community rating of 6.3/10 based on 86 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Romance for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie A Tale of Love and Desire and when was it released?
A Tale of Love and Desire is a feature film with a runtime of 102 minutes. It was released in 2021. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed A Tale of Love and Desire?
A Tale of Love and Desire was directed by Leyla Bouzid.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [A Tale of Love and Desire — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/820702)
- [A Tale of Love and Desire - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Tale_of_Love_and_Desire)
- [A Tale of Love and Desire (2021) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12077970/fullcredits/)
- [A Tale of Love and Desire (2021) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/820702-une-histoire-d-amour-et-de-desir/cast)
- [A Tale of Love and Desire - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/A_Tale_of_Love_and_Desire)
- [A Tale of Love and Desire (2021) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/a-tale-of-love-and-desire/credits)

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