The Desert Rocker

November. 13,2022      
Rating:
7.4
Trailer Synopsis Cast

The Desert Rocker is an intimate, witty and profound portrait of the extraordinary Hasna El Becharia, a pioneer Gnawa artist. The first musician to break through the social barrier of this culture, she empowers and inspires women of all ages by reclaiming a musical tradition reserved for men for centuries . A singularly talented artist, she leads women to redefine their roles and challenge cultural norms , one musical performance at a time.

Hasna El Becharia as  Self

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Reviews

Titreenp
2022/11/13

SERIOUSLY. This is what the crap Hollywood still puts out?

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Grimossfer
2022/11/14

Clever and entertaining enough to recommend even to members of the 1%

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Leoni Haney
2022/11/15

Yes, absolutely, there is fun to be had, as well as many, many things to go boom, all amid an atmospheric urban jungle.

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Guillelmina
2022/11/16

The film's masterful storytelling did its job. The message was clear. No need to overdo.

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