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The Desert Rocker (2022)

The Desert Rocker (2022)

Music Documentary
Release Date: 2022, November 13
Directors: Sara Nacer
Countries: Canada, Algeria, France
Production: L’Équipage, Tribeca Film Institute, SONATRACH
Cast: Hasna El Becharia

Overview:

The Desert Rocker is an intimate, witty and profound portrait of the extraordinary Hasna El Becharia, a pioneer Gnawa artist. The first musician to break through the social barrier of this culture, she empowers and inspires women of all ages by reclaiming a musical tradition reserved for men for centuries . A singularly talented artist, she leads women to redefine their roles and challenge cultural norms , one musical performance at a time.

Keywords:

music documentary algeria djazair maghreb ethnic music algerian sahara algerian desert algerian music gnawa béchar