The Girls We Want

Set in Marseille during the summer, the story follows twenty-year-old Omar and his group of friends who work as supervisors at a children's summer camp. The young men hold rigid views on women, dividing them into categories based on whether they are suitable for marriage or casual encounters. This social balance is disrupted when Carmen, a childhood friend, returns to the city after many years. Her free spirit and presence challenge the group's prejudices, forcing the individuals to reevaluate their reputations, desires, and beliefs regarding love and sexuality.

This French drama was directed by Prïncia Car, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Léna Mardi. The film features a cast including Houssam Mohamed as Omar, Lou Anna Hamon as Carmen, and Leïa Haichour as Yasmine, alongside Kader Benchoudar, Mortadha Hasni, and Achraf Jamai. Produced by France 3 Cinéma, Zinc, and After Hours Production, the movie was released on July 16, 2025. Audience reception has been mixed, with a rating of 5.9/10 on IMDb based on 152 votes and a slightly higher score of 6.5/10 on TMDB from 24 votes.