Trances (1982)

Overview:
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.

Release Date: 1982-01-27

Genre: Documentary, Music

Duration: 90 minutes

Rating: ⭐ 6.7/10 (22 votes)

Actors: Nass El Ghiwane, Larbi Batma, Omar Sayed, Abderrahman Paco, Allal Yaala