Halima
Synopsis
Halima lives on Morocco’s coast and makes a living by gathering and selling mussels. An unknown phone call brings her long-buried past back to light. After her husband passed away, Halima stayed alone in their old house in the mountains. The land is undergoing drastic changes, leaving her home, livelihood and sense of belonging all precarious. Grief, hardship and displacement follow one after another. Though fate knocks her down time and again, she never surrenders.A former photojournalist, the director captures this one-woman battle with stark cinematography. Free from grand outcries, the film lays bare her everyday resilience. Amid constant flux and loss, this woman stands firm, striving to carve out her own place in the world.
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Shanghai International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yassine el Idrissi
- Original Title
- Halima
- Country of Origin
- Morocco
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Saffron Film Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yassine el Idrissi
Department Leadership Roster
Yassine el Idrissi
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Halima.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Halima
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What is Halima about?
Halima lives on Morocco’s coast and makes a living by gathering and selling mussels. An unknown phone call brings her long-buried past back to light. After her husband passed away, Halima stayed alone in their old house in the mountains. The land is undergoing drastic changes, leaving her home, livelihood and sense of belonging all precarious. Grief, hardship and displacement follow one after another. Though fate knocks her down time and again, she never surrenders.A former photojournalist, the director captures this one-woman battle with stark cinematography. Free from grand outcries, the film lays bare her everyday resilience. Amid constant flux and loss, this woman stands firm, striving to carve out her own place in the world.
Who directed Halima?
Halima was directed by Yassine el Idrissi.
Who stars in Halima?
The principal cast of Halima includes Khadija Amari, Rabii EL Fakih, Nacer Mdaghri, Walid Wafi.
When was Halima released and how long is it?
Halima was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.