

Mirage
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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Mirage
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 2, 1979
Runtime
1h 37m
Genres
Drama
User Score
68%
Original Title
السراب
Production Companies
Centre Cinématographique Marocain, Basma Production
Director
Ahmed Bouanani
Description
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.