Film Description:
"Based on a true story, Mokhtar recounts the tale of a young boy who lives with his family of goatherds in a remote, Moroccan village. One day, the boy finds a fallen owl and decides to keep it, despite the fact that the owl is considered a bad omen. Mokhtar's new pet becomes a symbol of rebellion against his family and an icon of his fledgling independence. Kinship, religion and spirituality are all confronted in this short film that celebrates inner and outer strength."
-- EyeSteelFilm
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Film Description [in French] :
"Mokhtar, enfant chevrier, découvre un jeune hibou au pied d'un arbre à chèvres. Dans la région, un hibou est le signe d'un mauvais présage. Le soir, il rapporte sa trouvaille à son père."
-- Québec Cinéma
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