Sidi Valentine

A wry, tender slice of life where a small mishap spirals into quiet reflections on love and connection.

Directed by

Hicham Lasri

Starring

Nasser Akabab, Fatima Zahra Qanboua, Zakaria Meskabi

Overview

Sidi Valentine is a Moroccan short film that tells the story of Lotfi, a man whose Valentine's Day takes an unexpected turn. While standing in front of a chocolate shop, he gets involved in a bizarre situation—his car is towed away with his niece still sleeping in the backseat. This incident triggers a series of events that challenge his emotions and perception of love, leading to moments of self-reflection and unexpected encounters

How it feels

Whimsical, melancholic, absurd and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Love, family, identity, isolation

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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