The Violent Silence
The Violent Silence is a 1975 film directed by Moumen Smihi. The film was screened at multiple international festivals and was a critical success.
Synopsis
Set in Tangier on the cusp of Moroccan independence, Aisha, a young woman, uses magical practices to prevent her husband from marrying a second wife. During a final ritual, she drowns.Cast
- Leila Shenna
- Abdelkader Moutaa
- Chawki Sail
- Khadija Moujahid
- Aïcha Chairi
Festival and awards
- 1976 International Film Festival Rotterdam
- Festival de Toulon: Grand Prix, Critic's Award