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A Prophet

2009, Movie, 2h 35min

Sentenced to six years in prison, Malik El Djebena is alone in the world and can neither read nor write. On his arrival at the prison, he seems younger and more brittle than the others detained there. At once he falls under the sway of a group of Corsicans who enforce their rule in the prison. As the 'missions' go by, he toughens himself and wins the confidence of the Corsican group.

Country: France,Italy

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Reviews

Critic Andrew Male

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A modern French crime epic where the smudges and crossings out do not diminish the passages of great dreamlike power.

Read full review at Empire

Critic Roger Ebert

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...a young man's bleak, remorseless coming of age story.

Read full review at Roger Ebert

Critic Noel Murray

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A Prophet has been compared to American TV series like Oz for its episodic plot and large cast, but it’s more like a Gallic Goodfellas: thoroughly absorbing, exciting, even poetic. It’s a full evening’s entertainment.

Read full review at The A.V. Club

Critic Marjorie Baumgarten

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...the kind of film that makes you remember why going to the movies can be a thrilling experience.

Read full review at The Austin Chronicle

Critic Karolina Fjellborg

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…en rå, skitig och realistisk, men stundtals också smått drömsk, fängelsefilm, som förtjänar att sälla sig till genrens klassiker.

Read full review at Aftonbladet

Critic Frederik Asschenfeldt Vandrup

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...et facetteret værk med en kuldslået morale – en gangsters dannelseshistorie i store, brede molklange.

Read full review at Cinemazone

Frequently asked questions

What is A Prophet about? Toggle content

A Prophet tells the story of Malik El Djebena, a young French man of Algerian descent who is sentenced to six years in prison for attacking police officers. Upon his arrival, he falls under the sway of Corsican mobsters led by César Luciani, who enforces a brutal rule. Despite his illiteracy and lack of connections, Malik quickly learns the ways of prison life and earns the protection of the Corsicans. He becomes embroiled in a world of crime and violence, but also discovers a sense of loyalty and purpose among his fellow prisoners. As he rises through the ranks, Malik must confront his own demons and make difficult choices that will determine his future. Will he continue to be a pawn in Luciani's game or find a way to break free and forge his own path?

What movies are similar to A Prophet? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as A Prophet include The Departed, Law Abiding Citizen, Unthinkable, Prisoners, The Town, Drive.

When was A Prophet released in theaters? Toggle content

A Prophet was released in theaters on March 26, 2010.