VOICED: Veteran Moroccan director embarks historical epic

Nabiel Laclu, a Moroccan filmmaker, is working on his ninth feature film, 'The Year of 1001 Moons,' which explores eight decades of Moroccan history through a surreal narrative. The film's central character, a theater director in a coma, dreams of creating a film about his country's history. Laclu uses humor and critique to address political power abuses and social injustice, a style that led to his ban under King Hassan II. Despite fewer restrictions now, Laclu faces budget constraints, making films with limited resources. His unique approach involves writing, directing, and often acting in his films, alongside his wife, Sophia Hardy. Laclu's work is characterized by creativity, improvisation, and a commitment to truth and history.

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