You were born in Sweden to an Egyptian father. The fact of having had one foot in the social fabric here and elsewhere has certainly enriched you with eclectic references. This allows you, as a filmmaker, to have a different look at the contemporary realities of Egypt… Absolutely. This is a very important point to … Read more
The 19th edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival pays tribute to Farida Benlyazid. Credit: The Desk It was in front of a full house and a natural audience that the pioneer and central figure of Moroccan cinema Farida Benlyazid, was given a standing ovation this Wednesday evening at the Palais des Congrès in Marrakech, … Read more
The nineteenth Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM) pays tribute to a great figure of Moroccan cinema: Farida Benlyazid. On November 15, at Place Jemaâ El Fna, the public warmly welcomed this accomplished screenwriter and the first Moroccan woman to embark on the production of a film. The nineteenth Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM) pays tribute … Read more
The 19th edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM), scheduled for November 11 to 19, will pay tribute to four personalities of the 7th art from different continents in recognition of their brilliant careers. Scottish actress Tilda Swinton, American filmmaker James Gray, Moroccan director Farida Benlyazid and Indian actor Ranveer Singh will receive the … Read more
The 19th edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM), scheduled for November 11 to 19, will pay tribute to four personalities of the 7th art from different continents in recognition of their brilliant careers. Scottish actress Tilda Swinton, American filmmaker James Gray, Moroccan director Farida Benlyazid and Indian actor Ranveer Singh will receive the … Read more
Scottish actress Tilda Swinton, American filmmaker James Gray, Moroccan director Farida Benlyazid and Indian actor Ranveer Singh will receive the Festival’s Gold Star, said a press release from the FIFM. In this sense, Tilda Swinton, quoted by the press release, expressed her gratitude and emotion for “this honor from the Marrakech Festival”. The Scottish actress, … Read more