My Makhzen and Me
Synopsis
In the summer of 2011, Nadir Bouhmouch, a Moroccan student studying abroad in California returns to his home country and finds it in a state of turmoil. The uprisings in Tunisia and Egypt had spread to Morocco. Organized by a group of students called the February 20th movement through Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and a website called Mamfakinch; People were flooding the streets and demanding change. But the Makhzen (the ruling elite) refuses to abandon it's grasp. This film investigates what gave birth to the revolt and the obstacles it encounters on it's struggle for freedom, democracy, human rights and an end to corruption and poverty.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nadir Bouhmouch
- Screenplay & Story
- Nadir Bouhmouch
- Original Title
- My Makhzen and Me
- Country of Origin
- Morocco
- Release Date
- 20/02/2012
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 43m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nadir Bouhmouch
Nadir Bouhmouch
Department Leadership Roster
Nadir Bouhmouch
Writer
Nadir Bouhmouch
Director
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What is My Makhzen and Me about?
In the summer of 2011, Nadir Bouhmouch, a Moroccan student studying abroad in California returns to his home country and finds it in a state of turmoil. The uprisings in Tunisia and Egypt had spread to Morocco. Organized by a group of students called the February 20th movement through Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and a website called Mamfakinch; People were flooding the streets and demanding change. But the Makhzen (the ruling elite) refuses to abandon it's grasp. This film investigates what gave birth to the revolt and the obstacles it encounters on it's struggle for freedom, democracy, human rights and an end to corruption and poverty.
Who directed My Makhzen and Me?
My Makhzen and Me was directed by Nadir Bouhmouch.
Who stars in My Makhzen and Me?
The principal cast of My Makhzen and Me includes Not specified.
When was My Makhzen and Me released and how long is it?
My Makhzen and Me was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 43m.