THE BLUE CAFTAN
| 2023 – 122′ – Drama – A France-Morroco co-production – 18+
Written by: Maryam Touzani, Nabil Ayouch.
Directed by: Maryam Touzani.
Starring: Lubna Azabal, Saleh Bakri, Ayoub Missioui.
Morocco’s official entry for Best International Film at the 95th Academy Awards. World Premiere at Cannes International Film Festival 2022 (Un Certain Regard Competition)
In Arabic with English subtitles.
A Strand Releasing film. |
Halim and Mina run a traditional caftan store in one of Morocco’s oldest medinas. In order to keep up with the commands of the demanding customers, they hire Youssef. The talented apprentice shows an utmost dedication in learning the art of embroidery and tailoring from Halim. Slowly Mina realizes how much her husband is moved by the presence of the young man.
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