THE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL :
A STAR IN AFRICA AND THE ARAB WORLD
The Marrakech International Film Festival was created in 2001 by His Majesty King Mohammed VI to promote and develop the art of cinema and the film industry in Morocco.
Today, after more than twenty years, the Festival is a place of expression and discovery that takes up the challenges of diversity, exchange and enrichment. It is also an opportunity for Morocco to welcome and pay tribute to great personalities of the world of film. The event attracts a large audience, both national and international, and benefits from a strong reputation and its prestigious image.
The Festival is further distinguished by its geographical location: Marrakech, whose history, values and international influence have long made it a destination city.
Awards
During the Festival Closing & Award Ceremony, five prestigious prizes are awarded by the Jury to films selected in Competition.
L’ÉTOILE D’OR FESTIVAL GRAND PRIZE Endowed with 50 000 USD to be shared between the director and the producer
BEST DIRECTING PRIZE
JURY PRIZE
BEST PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTRESS
BEST PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTOR
Key dates
November 29 – December 07 2024
Event date
Core team
General Coordinator
ALI HAJJI
Artistic Director
REMI BONHOMME
Address & Contact
Palais des Congrès
Avenue Mohammed VI
Hivernage,
Marrakech
Maroc