Dance of Outlaws (2012)
A film about a woman who doesn’t exist. Moroccan Hind was raped and consequently denied an official identity – she has no other choice but to work as a prostitute and traditional wedding dancer, but despite the odds of her situation, refuses to give up her dream of dignity, motherhood and love. This is a story of modern day outlaws, children of prostitutes, abandoned child brides and those who have had to escape to the fringes of patriarchal Moroccan society. Through the eyes of one young woman we see a life of constant struggle, but also a life free of the society’s norms and boundaries. The woman in the centre of the film, Hind, is both vulnerable and courageous as she tries to regain her life, her children and her mere right to live as an equal human being in the 21st century.
Cast
- Hanan Ryahi - Herself (as Hind)
- Bilal - Himself, Hind's fiancé
Screenplay
- Mohamed El Aboudi (Screenplay)
Keywords
morocco, sexual violence, women's rights
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Dance of Outlaws about?
- A film about a woman who doesn’t exist. Moroccan Hind was raped and consequently denied an official identity – she has no other choice but to work as a prostitute and traditional wedding dancer, but despite the odds of her situation, refuses to give up her dream of dignity, motherhood and love. This is a story of modern day outlaws, children of prostitutes, abandoned child brides and those who have had to escape to the fringes of patriarchal Moroccan society. Through the eyes of one young woman we see a life of constant struggle, but also a life free of the society’s norms and boundaries. The woman in the centre of the film, Hind, is both vulnerable and courageous as she tries to regain her life, her children and her mere right to live as an equal human being in the 21st century.
- Who directed Dance of Outlaws?
- Dance of Outlaws was directed by Mohamed El Aboudi.
- Who stars in Dance of Outlaws?
- Dance of Outlaws stars Hanan Ryahi, Bilal.
- How long is Dance of Outlaws?
- Dance of Outlaws has a runtime of 1h 25m (85 minutes).
- What genre is Dance of Outlaws?
- Dance of Outlaws is a Documentary film.
- Where was Dance of Outlaws produced?
- Dance of Outlaws was produced in Finland, Morocco, Norway.