Film

Mokhtar

“Mokhtar recounts the tale of a young boy who lives with his family of goatherds in a remote, Moroccan village.”

Based on a true story, Mokhtar recounts the tale of a young boy who lives with his family of goatherds in a remote, Moroccan village. One day, the boy finds a fallen owl and decides to keep it, despite the fact that the owl is considered a bad omen. Mokhtar's new pet becomes a symbol of rebellion against his family and an icon of his fledgling independence. Kinship, religion and spirituality are all confronted in this astounding piece that celebrates inner and outer strength.

Regie

Halima Ouardiri

Drehbuch

Halima Ouardiri

Status

Veröffentlicht

Veröffentlichung

14/09/2010

Originalsprache

Englisch