Moroccan Short Film ‘Aicha’ Wins at Luxor African Film Festival

Moroccan director Sanaa El Alaoui has added a new international distinction to “Aicha,” with the short film winning the Silver “Tutankhamun Mask” at Egypt’s Luxor African Film Festival.
‘CourtMed 2026’: Submissions Open for Mediterranean Short Film Contest

The Mediterranean Communication Audiovisual Center has opened submissions for the third edition of CourtMed, spotlighting young filmmakers from across the Mediterranean basin.
‘Tell Your Own Story’: Lakhmari’s Manifesto for Morocco’s Next Filmmakers

When the Marrakech Short Film Festival (MSFF) returns this September for its 5th edition, one of its most loyal champions will once again be at the heart of the celebration.
Gamal Ait Oufkir: MSFF Is More Than a Festival for Emerging Filmmakers

“The energy and capacity to bring people together” at festivals like MSFF can be transformative, leaving a lasting impression on both filmmakers and audiences alike.
Lamia Chraibi: Festivals Should Be Launchpads for Moroccan Creativity

As a cultural response to the COVID pandemic, the Marrakech Short Film Festival (MSFF) reignites Marrakech’s cinematic magic while positioning the city as a platform for creative exchange and emerging talent.