Noura

At a glance

Noura, is a 2003 Saudi movie, directed by Hakim Noury, and starring Hanan Ibrahimi, Hicham Ibrahimi, Aziz Hattab. with a runtime of 88 minutes.

Overview

Noura is a Moroccan drama film based on a true story, confronting the sensitive subjects of sexual abuse and illegal abortion. When a young woman named Nora is violated and subsequently dies during a clandestine abortion attempt, her body is discarded on a beach. The film follows the police investigation that unfolds to uncover the truth behind the tragedy. Blending crime thriller elements with pointed social commentary, Noura shines a light on issues that remain deeply embedded in Moroccan society, making it both a gripping detective narrative and a sobering human drama.

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