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has always inspired me because
it encompasses everything: visual
artists, engineers, make-up artists,
screenwriters, costume designers,
etc.”
His mini-documentary entitled “The
Kingdom of Morocco”, is a beautiful
tribute to his country. Tarik captures
the beauty and diversity of Morocco,
from Tangier to Marrakech. He
guides us melodically through the
romantic landscapes and ancient
cities of the land. His warm and
gentle voice transcends each
scene, and it is evident how much
Morocco is very much a part of the
young man’s soul.
“It is the stories I heard from fellow
Moroccans across the country, that
inspired me to film the documen-
tary. We all have that one uncle in
Morocco that tells the same story
every time there’s a family event.
Family and community are at the
very heart of Moroccan society, and
the hospitality of our people is like
nothing I have ever experienced in
all my travels. I have been invited
to dinner by people I have just met,
and it is as if I have known them
for years.”
“I wanted to show the US an
honest representation of Morocco.
Often in the states, Morocco is
portrayed in a very oriental form,
and I wanted to show folks back
home the complexity and wonders
of Moroccan society. You become
responsible when you tell a
story.”
Tarik has been inspired by some
of the greats: Richard Numeroff,
Edgar Wright, Wes Anderson.
“I have always loved Richard Numer-
off’s style of interviewing, and I have
recently had the opportunity to work
briefly with the industry veteran. I
found Richard’s interviewing style
incredible, the way he would ask
people questions several times,
and to watch the evolution of their
responses. I love Edgar Wright’s

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