Nador-born filmmaker Aksel Rifman has been awarded the Best Director prize for his Amazigh film “A Corpse on the Shore” during the International Film Festival held in Utrecht, Netherlands. The screening was met with strong reactions from both the jury and the audience, who engaged with the film in a warm and emotional atmosphere.
Rifman describes the film as a deeply personal exploration of friendship and social relationships, focusing on the emotional complexity of human connections. Through this project, he aimed to capture intimate human experiences and translate them into a cinematic narrative that resonates beyond borders.
Following the award, the director expressed his gratitude and pride, saying that the most meaningful part of the experience was seeing the audience emotionally connect with the film.
In a social media post, Rifman thanked the festival organizers for their hospitality and extended a special acknowledgment to Mr. Ben Younes Bakhkani for the warm welcome. He concluded by describing the award as an important milestone in his artistic journey, while expressing his hope to continue exploring new creative projects in the future.
