Mokhtar

Mokhtar (2010)

Mokhtar recounts the tale of a young boy who lives with his family of goatherds in a remote, Moroccan village.

Based on a true story, Mokhtar recounts the tale of a young boy who lives with his family of goatherds in a remote, Moroccan village. One day, the boy finds a fallen owl and decides to keep it, despite the fact that the owl is considered a bad omen. Mokhtar's new pet becomes a symbol of rebellion against his family and an icon of his fledgling independence. Kinship, religion and spirituality are all confronted in this astounding piece that celebrates inner and outer strength.

Date of release
2010-09-14
Runtime
16m
Genres
Drama
Director
Halima Ouardiri

Casting

Interesting facts

Mokhtar is a Canadian short drama film, directed by Halima Ouardiri and released in 2010. Shot in Morocco, the film centres on a young boy from a family of goatherds, who brings home an injured owl but must confront his superstitious father's belief that the bird is an omen of bad luck. The film was based on a true story, told to Ouardiri by the handyman who worked for a family she was staying with on a trip to Morocco, about his own childhood experience.

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