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Broadcast Pro
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
Saudi cinemas to screen Moroccan film ‘Everybody Loves Touda' starting May 8
The film is produced by Ayouch's Ali n'Productions, along with Les Films du Nouveau Monde, Velvet Films, Snowglobe, Viking Films and Staer. Cinemas across Saudi Arabia are preparing to welcome the Moroccan film Everybody Loves Touda by director Nabil Ayouch, with screenings set to begin on May 8. A special premiere event hosted by Reel Cinemas in Riyadh on May 7 will kick off the film's Saudi debut. The occasion is expected to draw artists and film enthusiasts alike, celebrating Moroccan cultural expression and cinematic achievement. Everybody Loves Touda follows the journey of a village woman, Touda, who dreams of becoming a 'sheikha'—a traditional female performer known for her poetic musical expression. Set against the backdrop of a conservative society and personal hardship, the story captures Touda's struggle for independence and her pursuit of a better future for her son. Actress Nisrin Erradi delivers a performance in the lead role, supported by a cast that includes Jalila Talmissi, Amin Naji and Abdelilah Rachid. Since its release in Morocco, the film has resonated with audiences for its deeply human narrative and authentic portrayal of rural and urban life. The work also underscores Ayouch's continued exploration of Moroccan identity, especially the cultural significance and evolution of Sheikhat—a revered form of sung poetry performed by women that has seen its status change dramatically over the decades. The film has already garnered international attention through its festival run and was selected as Morocco's official submission for the Best International Feature Film category at the 97th Academy Awards. This marks the 20th time Morocco has submitted a film to the Oscars and the sixth time a film by Ayouch has been chosen to represent the country. Produced by Ayouch's Ali n'Productions in collaboration with Les Films du Nouveau Monde, Velvet Films, Snowglobe, Viking Films and Staer, Everybody Loves Touda is positioned as a major cultural export. Its Saudi release not only strengthens artistic exchange between Morocco and the Gulf but also reflects a broader regional embrace of diverse Arab cinematic voices.
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Casablanca Beats' Director Nabil Ayouch Set to Make French Debut With Psychological Thriller Starring Virginie Efira, Maryam Touzani (EXCLUSIVE)
Nabil Ayouch, who sits on this year's Berlin Film Festival jury, is set to make his French-language debut with a female-led psychological and sensual thriller starring Virginie Efira and Maryam Touzani. The French-Moroccan filmmaker and producer presented his latest film, 'Everybody Loves Touda,' at the Cannes Film Festival this year, and it was Morocco's official Oscar entry. Ayouch's best-known credits include 'Casablanca Beats,' which competed at Cannes in 2021, as well as the critically acclaimed 'Much Loved.' More from Variety Director Nabil Ayouch on the 7-Minute Single Shot in His Moroccan Oscar Entry, 'Everybody Loves Touda' 'The Blue Caftan' Director Maryam Touzani to Make Spanish-Language Debut With 'Calle Malaga' (EXCLUSIVE) 'Everybody Loves Touda' Review: Nabil Ayouch's Feminist Musical Drama Only Really Sings When Its Leading Lady Does His next film, which will start production during the last quarter of this year, will see Ayouch work for the first time with Efira, one of France's biggest and most bankable stars. While the movie's plot remains under wraps, Ayouch says Efira will play a woman adopting a child in Morocco. It's film that questions adoption and a couple faced with moral choices. Ayouch will work in French but the movie will be set in Morocco and will reteam the helmer with his wife, Touzani, who starred in 'Razzia,' and has been working with him as filmmaker and co-screenwriter as well. Touzani's latest directorial effort, 'The Blue Caftan,' a drama revolving around the love between a closeted man and his wife, world premiered at Cannes in 2022 where it won the Fipresci prize, and sold more admissions overseas than any other Moroccan film in recent history. Like his previous films, Ayouch's next movie will have a feminist dimension but will also have a 'strong thriller element, as well as will be thought-provoking,' Ayouch said. Ayouch will be producing the film through his company Ali n'Productions, along with Les Films du Nouveau Monde, and is currently talking to potential partners. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Grammy Predictions, From Beyoncé to Kendrick Lamar: Who Will Win? Who Should Win? What's Coming to Netflix in February 2025
