Ahmed, 18, is French of Algerian origin. He grew up in the Parisian suburbs. On the benches of the university, he meets Farah, a young Tunisian full of energy recently arrived from Tunis. While discovering a body of sensual and erotic Arabic literature that he never knew existed, Ahmed falls deeply in love with this girl, and although literally overwhelmed by desire, he will try to resist it.
A Tale of Love and Desire is a 2021 Tunisian 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 whereas Diong-Kéba Tacu, Aurélia Petit, Mahia Zrouki and Bellamine Abdelmalek made supportive roles. The film revolves around an erotic Arabian love affair between Ahmed, a 18-year old, French of Algerian origin, and Farah, a young Tunisian girl.
