Khamsa

An eleven-year-old boy named Khamsa runs away from his foster home to return to the Romani camp where he was born. Alongside his cousin Tony, he hopes to make money through cockfighting. While the environment feels familiar, Khamsa's life changes when his friend Coyote introduces him to a small-time criminal named Rachitique. The group gradually moves from stealing scooters to committing armed robberies, leading Khamsa into a cycle of delinquency as he struggles to find his place in the world.

This French drama was written and directed by Karim Dridi, marking the start of a directing timeline that later included Alive and Lazy Girls in 2024. The film features Marco Cortes in the title role, supported by a cast that includes Raymond Adam, Tony Fourmann, and Mehdi Laribi. It was produced by Canal+, ARTE France Cinéma, and Mirak Films.

The movie has received a moderate reception from audiences. On IMDb, it holds a rating of 6.6/10 based on 255 votes, while its rating on TMDB is lower at 5.8/10 from 22 votes.