In a village where the once-life-giving well has run dry, elders believe only a human sacrifice can restore its power. Houria, chosen as the offering, walks to the mournful rhythm of chants, torn between the weight of tradition and her mother’s love. Under the ruthless gaze of the sheikh, her blood unveils a harsh truth: here, it is not life but death that nourishes the village’s roots.
Country : Morocco Year : 2025 Length : 11 minutes Production : Institut Supérieur des Métiers de l'Audiovisuel et du Cinéma Director : Safae El Hajji Screenplay : Safae El Hajji, Riad Ouazzani Touhami
Aya Belkhayat, Rim Belkhayat, Hiba Belkhayat, Amira Goudira, Malak El Khazzan
Safae El Hajji, 21, is a young filmmaker from Salé, Morocco, and a graduate of the Higher Institute of Audiovisual and Cinema Professions (ISMAC), majoring in directing. She has created three short films, showcasing a distinctive artistic sensibility and a personal storytelling vision. "Sacrifice", her most intimate work, reflects both the depth of her message and her emotional commitment. For her, cinema is a complete language, blending image, sound, and emotion to tell stories that move and inspire reflection.
