In a recent interview, the filmmaker discussed the inspirations and intentions behind his new movie, which draws on elements from the iconic clip “Uncle du Bled” by 113. When asked about the connection,he explained,”This is the story of all those who have gone and who,every summer,return to the country. The Corsicans, the spanish, the Portuguese, the Italians, the Maghrebians, the Caribes … it is not the same type of transport, but it is the same trip. We get home so as not to lose the family bond. It is important.”

The director, who is of Guadeloupe origin, also addressed the decision to focus on a Moroccan family in the film. “Quite,” he stated.”This trip is universal. I grew up in Aulnay-sous-Bois in an surroundings where one was not wondering who was Muslim, Catholic or jewish. We lived together, with respect. This is what we wanted to show with the two writers, Nabil Aitakkaouaii and Hakim zouhani: gorgeous values. A grandmother with a veil can also have it in the head. We wanted a film without clichés. France is mixed. And at a time when the division frequently enough prevails over living together, we wanted to make a film that brings together. Hence Robert Pirès the Portuguese, the Belgian wife is Italian, Claudia Tagbo is Ivorian…”

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The conversation then shifted to his transition from a career in football to filmmaking. He revealed, “I had already made documentaries, short films with the EICA, the Saint-Denis cinema school, I am a huge film buff. Cinema was the next step. We remain competitors. Everyone told me that it was not possible,that I was crazy.”