Souleymane's Story Review (2024) — 85% Celluloid Score
Directed by Boris Lojkine · 2024 ·
Is Souleymane's Story worth watching?
Yes. Souleymane's Story (2024) earns an 85% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (100%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (90%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as L'Histoire de Souleymane La historia de Souleymane Souleymans Geschichte A História de Souleymane 어느 파리 택배기사의 48시간 苏莱曼的故事 借來的人生故事 Süleyman’ın Hikayesi
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Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists KlikFilm in Indonesia. Check local listings for your region.
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Where to watch Souleymane's Story by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Indonesia | KlikFilm |
| Turkey | TV+ |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (100/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (90%).
- Metascore signals universal acclaim (83/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4/5).
- Celluloid Score 85% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
- Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers
Not ideal for
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Is Souleymane's Story worth watching?
Yes — Souleymane's Story earns an 85% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick. Read our full review (5/5).
Celluloid verdict
Shot with urgent, handheld immediacy, Boris Lojkine's drama follows a delivery cyclist's frantic race against an asylum deadline, turning bureaucratic dread into pure cinematic tension.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics (100%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (90%).
What is Souleymane's Story about?
As he pedals through the streets of Paris to deliver meals, Souleymane repeats his story. In two days, he has to go through his asylum...
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Critic Reviews
Souleymane's Story (2024) Review: Racing an Asylum Clock
★★★★★
Souleymane's Story follows a Paris delivery rider in the two days before his asylum interview, and Boris Lojkine makes that deadline as gripping as any thriller.
Yes, without hesitation. It is one of the most gripping European dramas of recent years, essential for anyone who wants social realism with the pulse of a thriller.
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Souleymane's Story: frequently asked questions
Is Souleymane's Story worth watching?
Yes. Souleymane's Story (2024) has a Celluloid Score of 85%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Souleymane's Story?
In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: KlikFilm in Indonesia; TV+ in Turkey. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Souleymane's Story?
Souleymane's Story runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
What is Souleymane's Story rated?
Souleymane's Story is rated 12A in the UK, M in Australia and 12 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Souleymane's Story?
Souleymane's Story is directed by Boris Lojkine and stars Abou Sangaré, Alpha Oumar Sow, Nina Meurisse, Emmanuel Yovanie.
What is the Metascore for Souleymane's Story?
Metacritic's Metascore for Souleymane's Story is 83 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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