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Rebel
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MFF Cannes
Official Selection
2022

Shaan ~ Bhool Ja -

: Shaan’s delivery is often described as silky and effortless, providing a "feel-good" energy that makes heavy emotional themes feel light and manageable.

: A central message is that your life belongs to you and should not be treated as someone else's property ("Teri zindagi teri hai, kisi ki amaanat nahi"). Shaan ~ Bhool Ja

: The song is a masterclass in Indie-pop production, featuring a signature late-90s acoustic groove that blends breezy melodies with an upbeat rhythm. : Shaan’s delivery is often described as silky

The lyrics, penned by Shaan himself, center on . Key themes include: The lyrics, penned by Shaan himself, center on

: The song advocates for focusing on personal goals rather than distractions or toxic attachments. Cultural Impact and Nostalgia

"Bhool Ja" is widely regarded as a definitive anthem of early 2000s , serving as a motivational blueprint for letting go of past pain and moving forward. Released as part of Shaan’s landmark sophomore album Tanha Dil in 2000, the track is celebrated for its optimistic take on heartbreak and healing. Musical Composition and Style

: Unlike the more melancholic title track "Tanha Dil," "Bhool Ja" relies on a more dancey, foot-tapping sound to help listeners process bittersweet memories of failed relationships. Lyrical Meaning and Themes

Shaan ~ Bhool Ja

Adil El Arbi, Bilall Fallah


Shaan ~ Bhool Ja

Belgian-Moroccan Muslim filmmakers Adil and Bilall first gained attention in 2015 with their film Black, which premie- red at the Toronto Film Festival, where it won the Discovery section. Further film credits include Gangsta, which was selected in Palm Springs, where Adil & Bilall were shortlisted in "10 Directors to Watch". In 2020, they directed Bad Boys for Life, starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, which grossed over $426 million at the worldwide box office.

Written by
Adil El Arbi, Bilall Fallah, Kevin Meul, Jan van Dyck
Edited by
Frédéric Thoraval
Cinematography
Robrecht Heyvaert
Sound by
Nicolas Tran Trong
Music by
Hannes De Maeyer
Starring
Lubna Azabal, Ala Riani, Tara Abboud, Issam Messaoudi, Kamal Moummad
Original title
Rebel
English title
Rebel
Year
2022
Country
Belgium, Luxembourg, France
Language
AR, FR
Subtitles
CZ
Running time
135 min
Genre
Action, Drama, Thriller
Age rating
15+
Release date
13. 7. 2023


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Media reception

Slash Film
8/10 \"An emotional gut punch.\"
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That Shelf
\"Absolutely terrific film from Cannes 2022.\"
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