A vibrant tribute to the Moroccan director Azelarabe El Alaoui

A tribute was paid on Thursday in Ouarzazate to the Moroccan director Azelarabe El Alaoui at the opening of the first edition of the International University Festival of Youth Cinema, organised under the theme "Cinema, crossroads of cultures". Speaking during this ceremony, which took place in the presence of the President of Ibn Zohr University, Omar Halli, filmmakers, academics, and association activists, Azelarabe El Alaoui said he was proud of this tribute, which he considers a responsibility that will push him to be more selective and perfectionist in his works. "The reality of contemporary Moroccan cinema is unique, given its position as a leader at the African level," he indicated, highlighting the Kingdom's distinguished presence at international events and festivals.He also considered that the International University Festival of Youth Cinema in Ouarzazate was a pillar for the…