Assia Khemici, Algérie, France, 2023
SYNOPSIS
Through sound archives and contemporary images, Khamsinette delves into the memory of southern Algeria. Guided by captivating narratives, the filmmaker weaves a connection between the past and present lives in Timimoun, unveiling a timeless story and the resilience of a culture in the face of oblivion. A visual and sound journey that honors the enduring echoes of a community.
BIOFILMOGRAPHY
Assia Khemici, an Algerian sound engineer and filmmaker, graduated from the National Audiovisual Institute. She trained in documentary creation through Lab DZ and various residencies and workshops, including the Ateliers Varan in France. Initially focusing on sound, she earned international acclaim with her first sound documentary El Mendjour, before exploring image with Khamsinette and L’Autre Côté du Soleil.