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Christina Newland iNews.co.uk This movie is wonderfully emblematic of both the pains and the joys of building something to last. Rated: 4/5 Sep 18, 2024 Full Review Chris Shields Sight & Sound What at first appears to be a story of secret lives and betrayal destined for a tragic end becomes a nuanced portrait of unconditional love and acceptance at its most radical. Jun 8, 2023 Full Review David Stratton The Australian This is a tender, beautiful film. Not only is it visually rich but there’s an above-average soundtrack... Rated: 4/5 May 18, 2023 Full Review Connor Lightbody TAKE ONE Magazine an achingly rich tale of conquering love [that is] sewn together with great care and attention as Touzani refuses to let the film descend into melodrama Rated: 4.5/5 Jul 4, 2024 Full Review Clive Paget Limelight It’s also a love letter to the movies, laced with nostalgia for a simpler, analogue age... The rise of British nationalism in the Thatcher era lends grit and gives the drama a kick in the pants whenever it threatens to topple over into sentiment. Rated: 4.5/5 Dec 8, 2023 Full Review Jason Blake Limelight Woven with exquisite care and respect, Maryam Touzani’s Arabic language drama depicts a love triangle of a middle-aged couple and a young man who works in their small tailoring business in a Moroccan town. Rated: 4/5 Dec 8, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

Martin Excellent acting, compelling story, beautifully photographed. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/20/23 Full Review Albert I thought the photography captured the mood of the film.. The acting by the three main characters was portrayed not only in their words but in the silence of the looks on their faces, especially those of the two men. All in all, it was a beautiful film. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/23/23 Full Review w donald s The three principal actors were outstanding. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/13/23 Full Review Roy J Interesting story with great acting and characters. A little longer than it needed to be, but the final act is quite brilliant. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/11/23 Full Review Audience Member צילום, בימוי ומשחק פשוט מרהיבים Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/08/25 Full Review Alan W Profoundly moving in many ways. Recommended to anyone with a beating heart. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/25/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Synopsis Halim and Mina run a traditional caftan store in one of Morocco's oldest medinas. In order to keep up with the commands of the demanding customers, they hire Youssef. Slowly Mina realizes how much her husband is moved by the presence of the young man. Morocco's official entry for Best International Film at the 95th Academy Awards.

Director

Maryam Touzani

Screenwriter

Maryam Touzani

Distributor

Strand Releasing

Production Co

Les Films du Nouveau Monde, Snowglobe, Cineart

Genre

Drama

Original Language

Arabic

Release Date (Theaters)

Feb 10, 2023, Limited

Runtime

2h 3m