The Blue Stones of the Desert

The Blue Stones of the Desert

1992 · 21 min · ★ 7.0 · Drama

In a remote village in Morocco, Najib, 14 years old, is convinced that there are blue stones in the desert, whose vision has haunted him for years. Taken for a madman by his friends, he also faces the incomprehension of his family. Only the old sheikh believes in his story. One day, the council meets to decide on his case.

Directed by Nabil Ayouch · Written by Nabil Ayouch

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