The Blue Caftan
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The Blue Caftan
A Film by Maryam Touzani
2022 - Morocco/France/Belgium/Denmark - Drama - 1.85 - 123 min.
with Lubna Azabal , Saleh Bakri & Ayoub Messioui
Oscars 2023: Official Moroccan Submission
Language: Arabic
Produced by Nabil Ayouch
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.
Un Certain Regard
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