Set against the backdrop of 1930s Algeria, this captivating coming-of-age drama chronicles the blossoming love between two young souls amidst the turbulence of a nation on the brink of change. At just nine years old, Younes is sent to live with his uncle in Oran and is rechristened Jonas as he assimilates into a new life amongst the spirited Rio Salado youths. A deep bond forms between Jonas and Emilie, one of the gang; however, their idyllic romance is tested by the escalating unrest that surrounds them. As political tension and societal upheaval threaten to tear apart their innocent love, Jonas and Emilie must navigate complex challenges while discovering the strength of their connection in this heartrending tale of young love amidst uncertainty.
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