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Trances (1982)

Trances (1982)

Music Documentary

Here at last comes the time of ecstasy, of trances.

Release Date: 1982, January 27
Directors: Ahmed El Maânouni
Countries: France, Morocco
Production: Ohra-Sogeav, Ohra-Sogeav, Interfilms, Interfilms
Cast: Omar Sayed, Larbi Batma, Abderrahman Paco, Allal Yaala

Overview:

A portrait of the groundbreaking Moroccan band Nass El Ghiwane, documenting a series of electrifying live performances in Tunisia, Morocco, and France; on the streets of Casablanca; and in intimate conversations. Storytellers through song and traditional instruments, and with connections to political theatre, the band became a local phenomenon and an international sensation, thanks to their rebellious lyrics and sublime, fully acoustic sound, which draws on Berber rhythms, Malhun sung poetry, and Gnawa dances.

Keywords:

morocco