Rabat – Poldermocro’s is a new Dutch TV production that follows six outspoken youths on their journey to learn more about Morocco, their country of origin.
The six-episode show will debut on Tuesday, September 13 on NPO3, says BNNVARA, the show’s co-producer.
The new reality show is expected to investigate the double-edged sword that comes with a dual nationality. The main cast includes Aziz, Yasmine, Meryam, Yasmine, Tarik, and Ayoub.
Sahil Amar Aissa, the TV show presenter, guides the cast throughout their adventure in Morocco.
As a Dutch-Moroccan, Aissa says that dual nationality offers a “free identity crisis.”
“Finding yourself is incredibly difficult at such a young age. Let alone if everyone in the Netherlands has such a strong opinion about your culture and faith,” he argued. “That’s why it’s important to create safe and stimulating spaces to talk about these difficult topics.”
Navigating through a journey of self-discovery, the six cast members will engage in meetings and discussions with locals to learn more about Moroccan traditions and local views on different topics including taboo subjects.
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These conversations are set to highlight the similarities and differences among a small group of individuals who are proud of their Moroccan background but do not necessarily hold traditional Moroccan perspectives.
“They come from all parts of the Netherlands and each has [his/her] own views on traditional Moroccan norms and values. In this way, the so-called Mocros hold up a mirror to the Dutch and show that ‘The Moroccan’ does not exist,” says BNNVARA.
