Dance of the Wind
La Danse du Vent
Synopsis
The Dance of the Wind (Arabic: رقصة الريح) is an Algerian-Tunisian film and the fourth feature film by Taïeb Louhichi. Shot digitally, it differs from his previous films in its emphasis on meditation rather than vast outdoor landscapes. While scouting locations for his film in southern Tunisia, director Youssef meets the gaze of a stunning Berber woman who orders him not to film her. This marks the beginning of a wandering journey that leads him to his downfall in the vast desert, prey by day to mirages, by night to his anxieties, childhood memories, his first cinematic experiences, and the fear of seeing his film fail because he has let his mind wander. His car is his only anchor and his means of resistance, thanks to the contents of its trunk where he keeps scripts, photos, and means of subsistence.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Taïeb Louhichi
- Original Title
- La Danse du Vent
- Country of Origin
- Algeria, Tunisia
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Taïeb Louhichi
Franck Rabel
Vincent Pruvost, Catherine Trouillet
Department Leadership Roster
Vincent Pruvost
Editor
Catherine Trouillet
Editor
Franck Rabel
Director of Photography
Taïeb Louhichi
Director
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for Dance of the Wind.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dance of the Wind
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What is Dance of the Wind about?
The Dance of the Wind (Arabic: رقصة الريح) is an Algerian-Tunisian film and the fourth feature film by Taïeb Louhichi. Shot digitally, it differs from his previous films in its emphasis on meditation rather than vast outdoor landscapes. While scouting locations for his film in southern Tunisia, director Youssef meets the gaze of a stunning Berber woman who orders him not to film her. This marks the beginning of a wandering journey that leads him to his downfall in the vast desert, prey by day to mirages, by night to his anxieties, childhood memories, his first cinematic experiences, and the fear of seeing his film fail because he has let his mind wander. His car is his only anchor and his means of resistance, thanks to the contents of its trunk where he keeps scripts, photos, and means of subsistence.
Who directed Dance of the Wind?
Dance of the Wind was directed by Taïeb Louhichi.
Who stars in Dance of the Wind?
The principal cast of Dance of the Wind includes Mohamed Chouikh, Haifa Bouzouita, Hatem Berrabeh, Chakera Rammeh.
When was Dance of the Wind released and how long is it?
Dance of the Wind was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.