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Film Haven Morocco
13/12/06 13:17 Filed in: Morocco
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In recent years, Morocco has become a hot
spot in the international film world. The
most recent films Babel, The
Nativity Story, and Home of the Brave are
just some of the latest movies shot in
Morocco. Not to mention other blockbusters
such as Gladiator, The Mummy, Sahara,The
Sheltering Sky, Black Hawk Down, Seven
Years in Tibet, Alexander, Lawrence of
Arabia, Othello, Cleopatra, The Message,
and The Hills Have Eyes II were all filmed
in Morocco.
Why is it so alluring for filmmakers
around the world?
Apart from the pleasant weather, amazing
landscapes, genuine hospitality, and
mouth-watering food, Morocco is popular
mainly because of its diverse geography.
Any time a scene involving the desert or Arabs need to be filmed, Morocco is the number one destination for film producers. Morocco is a country that still looks like an Arab country in most parts, unlike Saudi Arabia or other parts of the Middle East. It’s also much closer to North America and Western Europe, and because it’s a kingdom, safety and security is a priority.
While Ourzazate boasts two film studios, the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, the High Atlas Mountains, and other destinations around the country have also proved ideal for scenes other than those relating to the desert or Arabs.
Ever since Gladiator and Black Hawk Down were filmed in the 90s, the infrastructure for filming has strengthened. In fact, in some places, you may have 4 big films being shot at the same time! In any event, don’t forget to check out the latest film Babel, featuring Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett. This multinarrative film is a modern rendition of the biblical myth of Babel. In the film, the myth is related on three different continents. One story takes place in Mexico, one in Japan, and one features an American couple (Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett) who travel to Morocco. However distinct the three stories are, they are all intertwined and worth a trip to the movie theater and perhaps even a visit to Morocco!
Any time a scene involving the desert or Arabs need to be filmed, Morocco is the number one destination for film producers. Morocco is a country that still looks like an Arab country in most parts, unlike Saudi Arabia or other parts of the Middle East. It’s also much closer to North America and Western Europe, and because it’s a kingdom, safety and security is a priority.
While Ourzazate boasts two film studios, the Kasbah of Ait Ben Haddou, the High Atlas Mountains, and other destinations around the country have also proved ideal for scenes other than those relating to the desert or Arabs.
Ever since Gladiator and Black Hawk Down were filmed in the 90s, the infrastructure for filming has strengthened. In fact, in some places, you may have 4 big films being shot at the same time! In any event, don’t forget to check out the latest film Babel, featuring Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett. This multinarrative film is a modern rendition of the biblical myth of Babel. In the film, the myth is related on three different continents. One story takes place in Mexico, one in Japan, and one features an American couple (Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett) who travel to Morocco. However distinct the three stories are, they are all intertwined and worth a trip to the movie theater and perhaps even a visit to Morocco!
