Universal story about youth, loss and resilience. The combination of social realism and dreamy cinematography makes the film extremely compelling.

With a poetic and hushed cinematic style, Achour takes the viewer on a journey through Achraf's tormented mind, where reality and nightmare merge. It is more than a story about terror; it is an ode to resilience, survival skills and the human spirit that refuses to break even in the darkest of times.

The film is based on a true tragedy in the Mghila Mountains in Tunisia. In November 2015, a young shepherd fell victim to jihadist violence, an event that shocked the region and exposed Tunisia's fragile security situation. This story is brought to life through the eyes of 13-year-old Achraf, who is forced to deliver an unimaginable message to his fellow villagers after a brutal attack.

The natural acting of debutant Ali Helali (Achraf) and Wojciech Staroń's impressive cinematography enhance the intense emotional impact. Tunisia's vast, rugged landscapes serve as a visually powerful metaphor for isolation and survival.