The Blue Caftan

Sep 1 2023 N/A NA
Drama

Halim has been married to Mina for a long time, with whom he runs a traditional caftan store in the medina (old town) of Salé, Morocco. The couple has always lived with Halim's secret – his homosexuality – about which he has learned to keep quiet. However, Mina's illness and the arrival of a young apprentice upsets this balance. United in their love, each will help the other face his fears.

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Plot

Halim and Mina who run a traditional caftan store in one of Morocco's oldest medinas. In order to keep up with demanding customers, they hire a talented young man as an apprentice. Slowly Mina realises how much her husband is moved by his presence.

Written by

Maryam Touzani, Nabil Ayouch

Directed by

Maryam Touzani

Cast

Lubna Azabal, Saleh Bakri, Ayoub Missioui

Crew

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Production Countries

Belgium, Denmark, France, Morocco

Production Companies

Velvet Films, Les Films du Nouveau Monde, Ali'n Productions, Snowglobe

Languages

Awards

14 wins & 23 nominations

Trailers
The Blue Caftan | Official Trailer HD | Strand Releasing
Scores
# of Votes
6,234
Average Rating
7.5 out of 10
Metascore
83
Popularity
NA