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Morocco (1930)
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Morocco (1930)

Drama, Romance • 1h 32m

Overview

Mogador, Morocco. Late 1920s. A complex romance develops between a womanizing Legionnaire and a disillusioned Parisian cabaret singer.

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2026: #798
2025: #784
2024: #786
2023: #782
2022: #782

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Review

Picture: 7, Audio: 5, Extras: 8

Length

92 mins

Type

Movie

Last Updated

2 years ago

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Format
1080p Blu-ray
Featured Lists
TSPDT
2026: #798
2025: #784
2024: #786
2023: #782
2022: #782
Criterion Forum
Review

Picture: 7, Audio: 5, Extras: 8

Length
92 mins
Type
Movie
Last Updated
2 years ago
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