As I Open My Eyes

Tunis, summer 2010, a few months before the Tunisian revolution breaks out against President Ben Ali's dictatorial policies. 18-year-old Farah has just finished high school. Her parents want her to study medicine, but Farah sees it differently: she enjoys her childhood, discovers nightlife, love. In addition, she is the passionate singer of a political rock band. The group is doing very well underground, not only because of the catchy music, but also because of the daring poetic lyrics that question the regime. Her mother Hayet, once rebellious, tries to contain Farah's youthful enthusiasm.She knows all too well the dangers of the political Tunisian world… But Farah persists stubbornly.