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Mirage

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IMDB ID: tt2929940

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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.

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Mohamed El Habachi

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Mohammed Afifi

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Mohamed Razine

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Fatima Regragui

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Abdallah Amrani

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Mustapha Mounir

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Ahmed Bouanani

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