Boujad: A Nest in the Heat (1992)

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Boujad: A Nest In the Heat is a personal and anguishing look at issues of separation, independence and return. As director Hakim Belabbes chronicles his journey from his home in Chicago to visit his family in his hometown of Boujad in Morocco, his exploration of family relationships is self-conscious and at times painfully honest. We witness his most private moments with his family. Belabbes' film intimately explores the domestic spaces and religious rituals of intra-family relationships, especially when compounded by one member's break with traditional values.

Director: Hakim Belabbes
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 40 min
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Country: Morocco
Language: العربية
Original Language: ar
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boujad: A Nest in the Heat about?
Boujad: A Nest In the Heat is a personal and anguishing look at issues of separation, independence and return. As director Hakim Belabbes chronicles his journey from his home in Chicago to visit his family in his hometown of Boujad in Morocco, his exploration of family relationships is self-conscious and at times painfully honest. We witness his most private moments with his family. Belabbes' film intimately explores the domestic spaces and religious rituals of intra-family relationships, especially when compounded by one member's break with traditional values.
Who directed Boujad: A Nest in the Heat?
Boujad: A Nest in the Heat was directed by Hakim Belabbes.
Who stars in Boujad: A Nest in the Heat?
Boujad: A Nest in the Heat stars Hakim Belabbes.
How long is Boujad: A Nest in the Heat?
Boujad: A Nest in the Heat has a runtime of 40m (40 minutes).
What genre is Boujad: A Nest in the Heat?
Boujad: A Nest in the Heat is a Documentary film.
Where was Boujad: A Nest in the Heat produced?
Boujad: A Nest in the Heat was produced in Morocco.