Arenas

Arenas is a French drama and thriller centered on Brahim, an eighteen-year-old football talent. As he prepares to sign his first professional contract with Lyon, he is managed by his cousin and agent, Mehdi. The situation becomes complicated when a powerful foreign agent enters the picture, turning the negotiations into a high-stakes competition. Brahim must navigate a ruthless professional environment where ambition and money clash with personal loyalty.

The film was written and directed by Camille Perton. The lead role of Brahim is played by Iliès Kadri, appearing alongside Sofian Khammes as Mehdi and Edgar Ramírez as Francis. The supporting cast includes Fehdi Bendjima, Lorenzo Zurzolo, and Côme Levin, with a total of 25 credited actors. Produced by Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Cinéma and Les Films du Bal, the movie has a runtime of 94 minutes and was released on May 7, 2025.