Philippe Faucon's 'Nismet' Explores Survival and Domestic Violence

The Arte mini-series, inspired by a true story, depicts a mother and daughter's harrowing journey through abuse and resilience.

The four-episode mini-series 'Nismet' premieres tonight at 8:55 PM on Arte and is available on replay until June 20, 2025.
Directed by Philippe Faucon, the series is based on the real-life experiences of co-writer Nismet Hrehorchuk, who survived a traumatic childhood marked by domestic violence.
The story centers on a 16-year-old girl, Nismet, and her mother as they confront and escape a toxic household dominated by an abusive stepfather.
Emma Boulanouar, Loubna Abidar, and Théo Costa-Marini deliver critically acclaimed performances, bringing depth and authenticity to the characters.
'Nismet' has been recognized with the Best Long-Format Series award at the 2024 Festival de la Fiction de La Rochelle.