Black (2015)
Release Year: 2015
Nation: Belgium
Alternative Title: Fekete, Black - L'amore ai tempi dell'odio, Black - Amor em Tempos de Ódio
Director: Adil El Arbi, Bilall Fallah
Writer: Adil El Arbi, Bilall Fallah, Dirk Bracke, Hans Herbots, Nele Meirhaeghe
Summary
Black is a contemporary take on a Shakespearean tragedy set against the backdrop of Brussels' street gang culture. Directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, the film explores themes of loyalty, love, and rebellion among youth drawn into gang life due to high unemployment rates. It moves at an electrifying pace, reminiscent of films like City of God and Goodfellas, with raw performances by its young leads.