“The Six-Month War”.. Jalil Lahrati Returns with a Humanistic Vision in Moroccan Cinema
Currently screening in Moroccan cinemas, "The Six-Month War" by director Jalil Lahrati has sparked notable critical and public engagement. The film presents a human experience that places individuals at the heart of key questions regarding memory, identity, and belonging, employing an artistic approach that appeals to the senses before addressing events.
Starring Yasmina Bouhmouch and Saad Mouaffaq, the film is based on a quietly structured social narrative that deeply interrogates the self in times of harsh transformations.
Jalil Lahrati.. A Lens that Captures Humanity
Lahrati belongs to a generation of directors who have explored cinema as a tool for reflection and inquiry. In "The Six-Month War," he transcends classical storytelling, proposing a slow-paced cinema filled with melancholy and fractured joy. The film’s characters are not archetypes, but rather individuals caught between anxiety and dreams, in a fragile world that offers no easy answers.
Yasmina Bouhmouch and Saad Mouaffaq’s Performances
Yasmina Bouhmouch solidifies her presence in the artistic sphere through an intense internal performance that highlights the psychological tensions and emotional fluctuations of her character. Saad Mouaffaq, for his part, delivers a balanced performance that intertwines silence with emotion, granting his character human dimensions far removed from stereotypes.
Between Two Generations.. Cinema Renewing Itself
Despite his long-standing career, Lahrati does not appear trapped by his past experiences in this film. "The Six-Month War" opens a dialogue with a new generation of viewers, while maintaining the depth of vision and aesthetic craftsmanship that characterize his works.
The film is expected to continue its tour in several national and international festivals, relying on its visual strength and emotional messages that transcend borders.
