Mirage (1979)

Ahmed Bouanani’s first feature film played a pivotal role in bringing experimentalism to Moroccan cinema. It’s a fable-like story of a poor young farmer who finds treasure in a flour bag. This takes him on a journey where nothing is as it seems. The film’s narrative structure frequently makes reference to mythology and literature, utilizing Morocco’s rich history and oral traditions.

Released

1979-01-02

Genres

Drama

Runtime

97 min

Status

Released

Directed / written by

Ahmed Bouanani

TMDB rating

6.8/10 from 4 votes