Kamal Ben Hameda is an author who explores cultural encounters and personal history through his poetic and prose works. His writing often delves into themes of identity and exile, examining the complex ties between home and a new environment. Ben Hameda's style is characterized by its lyrical quality and profound insight into the human psyche, offering readers an engaging and moving experience. His narratives resonate with those seeking a deeper understanding of the world and their place within it.
Tripoli in the 1960s. A sweltering, segregated society. Hadachinou is a lonely boy. His mother shares secrets with her best friend Jamila while his father prays at the mosque. Sneaking through the sun-drenched streets of Tripoli, he listens to the whispered stories of the women. He turns into an invisible witness to their repressed desires.