With nearly one million Israeli Jews of Moroccan descent, they represent a vibrant force within Israeli society, residing in major cities and contributing to a rich cultural legacy.
Silk is at the center of a moving drama about a couple in a small Moroccan city who make silk caftans in their workshop, which turns into an unusual love triangle.
Alid had first used two knives to attack his sleeping housemate, to whom became aggressive after learning of his conversion to Christianity, stabbing him six times while shouting "Allahu Akbar."
The Blue Caftan is a beautifully photographed film that tells the story of a complex triangle.
Mimouna, the post-Passover festival, is a celebration of neighbourliness which sees the doors of Jewish homes left open to welcome others inside.
Moroccan filmmakers Touzani and Ayouch debut "The Blue Caftan" in Israeli theaters, exploring love, tradition, and acceptance in a beautifully crafted tale.
How the pianist Darya Mosenzon came to specialise in Moroccan music.
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