Year
2024
PRODUCTION
Nesma
Director
Kais Chkir
Mission
Color Grading
Duration
15 Episodes
Director Kaïs Chekir sought to craft a film that merges Tunisian identity with the universally recognizable superhero genre. His goal was not to replicate Hollywood but to parody and localize it — creating a superhero who speaks the language, humor, and culture of Tunisia. With modest resources but a sharp satirical lens, Chekir delivered a work that both entertains and critiques, positioning Super Tounsi as an experiment in genre adaptation within the Tunisian cinematic landscape.
Tunisian media outlets such as La Presse and Polture praised Super Tounsi as a bold and successful parody. Critics highlighted the strong performances, particularly Karim Gharbi’s comedic timing and Bassem Hamraoui’s charismatic villainy. They applauded the way the film balanced slapstick humor with subtle social commentary, noting that the parody goes beyond simple comedy to reflect deeper realities of Tunisian society. Some critics, however, pointed out weaknesses in CGI and pacing, but overall hailed it as a breakthrough in Tunisian popular cinema.
The film resonated with local audiences, drawing crowds to theaters and sparking laughter throughout screenings. On Pathé Tunisia, a majority of viewers rated it positively, with more than 170 marking it as “loved.” Social media discussions reflected a mix of enthusiasm and criticism: many praised the film for being fun, fresh, and proudly Tunisian, while others criticized its technical shortcomings and described certain scenes as “cringe.” Despite divided opinions, Super Tounsi succeeded in generating conversation, proving that Tunisian audiences are eager for new genres and bold cinematic experiments.
