CinemaOSMovie · 2022 · 1h 15m

The Desert Rocker

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The Desert Rocker is an intimate, witty and profound portrait of the extraordinary Hasna El Becharia, a pioneer Gnawa artist. The first musician to break through the social barrier of this culture, she empowers and inspires women of all ages by reclaiming a musical tradition reserved for men for centuries . A singularly talented artist, she leads women to redefine their roles and challenge cultural norms , one musical performance at a time.

Directed bySara Nacer

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Status
Released
Runtime
1h 15m
Language
FR
Released
November 13, 2022
Studios
L’ÉquipageTribeca Film InstituteSONATRACH

Featuring

Cast & crew

1 credited
Starring
Hasna El Becharia

Hasna El Becharia

Self

Creative team
Directed by
Sara Nacer
Sara Nacer
Written by
Sara Nacer
Sara Nacer
Produced by
Julie Lapointe
Sara Nacer
Sara Nacer

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