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Trances

NR1h 30m1982Ahmed El Maânouni
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"Here at last comes the time of ecstasy, of trances."

A portrait of the groundbreaking Moroccan band Nass El Ghiwane, documenting a series of electrifying live performances in Tunisia, Morocco, and France; on the streets of Casablanca; and in intimate conversations. Storytellers through song and traditional instruments, and with connections to political theatre, the band became a local phenomenon and an international sensation, thanks to their rebellious lyrics and sublime, fully acoustic sound, which draws on Berber rhythms, Malhun sung poetry, and Gnawa dances.

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What is Trances (1982) about?

A portrait of the groundbreaking Moroccan band Nass El Ghiwane, documenting a series of electrifying live performances in Tunisia, Morocco, and France; on the streets of Casablanca; and in intimate conversations. Storytellers through song and traditional instruments, and with connections to political theatre, the band became a local phenomenon and an international sensation, thanks to their…

Who stars in Trances?

Trances stars Nass El Ghiwane (Themselves), Larbi Batma (Self - Percussion), Omar Sayed (Self - Percussion), Abderrahman Paco (Self - Bass), Allal Yaala (Self - Banjo). The film was directed by Ahmed El Maânouni.

How long is Trances?

Trances has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1982. It is rated NR.

Where can I watch Trances?

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