Self-Funded ‘Halima’ Triumph in Shanghai Brings Glory, Reckoning for Moroccan Cinema

Yassine El Idrissi says the Shanghai triumph should open a deeper debate about Moroccan cinema, public funding, and stories long left off-screen.
Morocco’s ‘Halima’ Enters Shanghai Film Festival’s Golden Goblet Competition

Yassine El Idrissi’s “Halima” will represent Morocco in the main competition at the 28th Shanghai International Film Festival.