Netflix Predictive Programming | French Muslim Riots Play Out EXACTLY As Predicted.

“Athena” begins with a boy who was beaten to death by French police. The victim’s brother then rallies Algerians for an insurrection in their French city, which prompts the deployment of riot police. At that point, the violence escalates to chaotic levels and the riots grow out of control across the country.
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In other words, the plot is exactly what is playing out right now in France.
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SYNOPSIS:
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After the death of his youngest brother following an alleged police altercation, Abdel is called back from the frontline to find his family torn apart. Caught between his younger brother Karim's desire for revenge and the criminal dealings of his older brother Moktar, he struggles to calm the rising tensions. As the situation escalates, their community ATHENA is transformed into a fortress under siege, becoming a scene of tragedy for both the family and beyond…
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For his third feature, director Romain Gavras delivers an immersive modern tragedy co-written by Ladj Ly and Elias Belkeddar. Starring: Dali Benssalah, Sami Slimane, Anthony Bajon, Ouassini Embarek, Alexis Manenti
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Watch ATHENA, coming to Netflix September 23.
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