Moroccan Thriller 'Behind The Palm Trees' Shines at Marrakech 🎥

Discover 'Behind The Palm Trees,' the boundary-pushing Moroccan thriller from director Meryem Benm’Barek that captivated audiences at the Marrakech Film Festival.
Mad Distribution has acquired MENA rights to the film, which mixes suspense, romance, and social commentary to explore colonial legacies and forbidden love in Tangier.
Starring Driss Ramdi, Nadia Kounda, and Sara Giraudeau, the story follows a young Moroccan man torn between two women—and two worlds—as his choices spiral into danger.
A French-Moroccan-Belgian-Qatari coproduction, the film brings together renowned talents including Carole Bouquet and Olivier Rabourdin, with cinematography by Son Doan and editing by Christel Dewynter.
Benm’Barek, the acclaimed filmmaker behind Cannes award-winner 'Sofia,' returns with a gripping tale set against Tangier’s vivid contrasts. Produced by Tessalit Productions and Furyo Films, and supported by the Doha Film Institute and Red Sea Souk, 'Behind The Palm Trees' promises to resonate with viewers across cultures.
Learn more about this thrilling new entry into Arab cinema and how Mad Distribution is bringing it to audiences across the MENA region through its CineMAD showcase.