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.

Cannes 2022
Un Certain Regard
FIPRESCI Award
Cannes 2022
TIFF
2022
Oscar
Shortlist
2022
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