All Foreigners Keep Their Curtains Closed

In Tangier, Morocco, a lonely, isolated woman, whose life revolves around her elderly mother and a secret fascination with the foreigners who occupy the luxury hotels, becomes entangled in a complex relationship with a young hustler. As their connection deepens, the boundaries of her carefully constructed world begin to blur, forcing her to confront her desires and the societal expectations that confine her.

Fyzal Boulifa's debut feature was met with critical acclaim for its atmospheric tension, sensual exploration of desire, and nuanced portrayal of female loneliness and societal constraints in contemporary Morocco. The film was lauded for its bold and often unsettling examination of intimacy and exploitation.

• Praised for its striking visuals and unsettling atmosphere.

• Hailed for its powerful, understated performance by Aicha Ben Hmida.

• Noted for its frank and complex depiction of desire and isolation.

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Screened at the 77th Venice International Film Festival in the Venice Days section.

Director Fyzal Boulifa drew inspiration from his own experiences and observations of social dynamics in Tangier.