Set in the 1990s during the Algerian Civil War, Papicha tells the story of Nedjma, an 18-year-old student who loves fashion and going out with her girlfriends. This lifestyle is challenged by a growing campaign for women to wear the burqa. Her life changes after a dramatic attack and Nedjma decides to create a fashion show as a symbol of resistance.[3]
On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 88% of 32 critics' reviews are positive, with an average rating of 7.1/10. The website's consensus reads: "A view of societal turmoil through the lens of a young woman's experiences, Papicha acts as a compelling calling card for debuting writer-director Mounia Meddour Gens."[6]
