The East Wind
Director: Moumen Smihi
Set in the mid-1950s when Tangier was still an international zone, El Chergui presents the city on the eve of its independence, as Aïcha resorts to magical practices to try to prevent her husband from taking a second wife. Around her, a society of women creates its own form of active resistance even as the larger independence movement grows around it. Through his unique use of montage, Smihi creates arresting images that present a society torn by the contradictions of colonialism, religion, patriarchy, and resistance. (Block Cinema)
Cast
Ahmed Boda
Aicha Chari
Abdelkader Moutaa
Leila Shenna
In brief
The East Wind (1975) is a drama film. With an average rating of 9.0/10 from 5 votes, it's one of the higher-rated titles. The film runs 1h 20min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.
Frequently asked questions
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How long is The East Wind?
The East Wind runs 80 minutes (1h 20min).
What rating does The East Wind have?
The East Wind has an average rating of 9.0/10 based on 5 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is The East Wind from?
The East Wind was released in 1975.
