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Cultural Renaissance: The Moroccan Forum of Cultural and Creative Industries

The Moroccan cultural scene is gearing up for a creative surge with the inaugural edition of the Moroccan Forum of Cultural and Creative Industries (CCI). Supported by the Hiba Foundation, the European Union, the French Institute of Morocco, and the Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication, this......

Nicolas Cage Returning to Morocco to Film "Lords of War" Sequel

The sequel to the 2005 drama film "Lord of War" is set to be filmed in Morocco, featuring Academy Award-winner Nicolas Cage, according to Karim Debbagh, production manager and Moroccan line producer. The production, titled "Lords of War," is scheduled to commence filming in March......

Joel Edgerton's Profound Connection with Timothee Chalamet in 'The King' and the Art of Film Judging at FIFM

Joel Edgerton, a distinguished Australian Hollywood actor, recently engaged in a discussion about his professional and personal connection with Timothee Chalamet, expressing admiration for his youthful co-star and the exceptional rapport they shared in the film "The King." This insightful......

Asmae El Moudir Makes History as the First Moroccan to Win FIFM’s Coveted Etoile d’Or

In an interview with Moroccan director Asmae El Moudir expressed her profound joy at being the first Moroccan to receive The Etoile d'Or, the main prize at the Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM). El Moudir, of Moroccan descent, attended the ISCA film school in Rabat to study cinematography......

FIFM: Mixed Opinions Surround Bold Moroccan Sci-Fi Film ‘Animalia’

"Animalia," a science fiction film directed by Sophia Alaoui, made its debut at the International Film Festival of Marrakech (FIFM). The film revolves around the experiences of Itto, a Moroccan woman of modest Amazigh descent who finds herself grappling with an extraterrestrial emergency. Post-FIFM,......

FIFM: Jessica Chastain's 'Memory' Enchants Marrakech with Standing Ovation

In a captivating evening at the Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM), Jessica Chastain, the esteemed President of the festival's jury and an Academy Award-winning actress, unveiled her latest cinematic creation, "Memory," to an enraptured audience in Morocco's Ocre city. The screening culminated......

Unveiling the Heartbreaking Odyssey of Palestinian Women in 'Bye Bye Tiberias'

The bittersweet memories of home flowed freely at the Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM) during the screening of "Bye Bye Tiberias," a poignant documentary delving into the lives of Palestinian women forcibly displaced from their homeland. As the film unfolded, emotions surged within the screening......

Marrakech Film Festival Shines Bright in Its 20th Edition

The red carpet unfurled in Marrakech on Friday evening, heralding the spectacular commencement of the city's 20th International Film Festival. Under the esteemed patronage of King Mohammed VI, luminaries from Morocco and beyond graced the Palais des Congrès to inaugurate the 11-day extravaganza......

Global Triumph: 'The Blue Caftan' Surpasses Half a Million Admissions, a Pinnacle for Moroccan Cinema

In a resounding victory for Moroccan cinema, this week marked a triumphant moment as the enchanting film "The Blue Caftan," produced by the visionary Nabil Ayouch, directed by the exceptionally talented Maryam Touzani, and graced with stellar performances by Lubna Azabal, Saleh Bakri, and Ayoub Missioui,......

Moroccan Cinema Shines Bright at the 20th Marrakech Film Festival

The 20th edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM), set to unfold from November 24th to December 2nd, is poised to celebrate and showcase the vibrant landscape of Moroccan cinema. Ali Hajji, FIFM's general coordinator, expressed enthusiasm about the extensive representation of national......

Manal Pays Tribute to Her Late Father in New Single 'Baba' Featuring Ghali

Casablanca - The Moroccan pop singer Manal has released an emotional new single entitled "Baba," featuring Italian-Tunisian rapper Ghali. The song is the second track to be unveiled from her upcoming album "Arabian Heartbreak," the release date of which is undisclosed. "Baba" offers a heartfelt tribute......