
‘Wechma’-‘Trace’ by Hamid Benani is the first film to be shot in Meknes, Morocco, or as I have found in an article that the movie traces the history of Moroccan cinema. The story is about an orphan child ‘Massoud’ who is adopted by a well-to-family from the village. The story doesn’t end here though Massoud is lucky to find a home which will leave a trace in his life.
The movie is worth watching despite its poor quality because it was shot at a low personal budget and collaboration of the directors who founded ‘Segma 3’ at a time when there was no Moroccan cinema Centre.
‘Wechma’ is a movie that sheds light on several issue through its...