Nabil Ayouch

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

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Nabil Ayouch's work has been celebrated for its raw honesty and social relevance. His film Ali Zaoua won the Golden Bayard at Namur and the Best African Film at FESPACO, solidifying his reputation as a leading African filmmaker. Razzia earned him the Best Director prize at El Gouna. His consistent presence at Cannes, including a Palme d'Or nomination for Casablanca Beats, underscores his standing in world cinema.

AwardsNabil Ayouch has won several awards for his work, including the Golden Bayard at the Namur International Film Festival for Ali Zaoua, the Best Director award at the El Gouna Film Festival for Razzia, and the Prix Jean Vigo for his short film. His films have also received recognition at the FESPACO and other international festivals.

Honours & Distinctions

Chevalier of the Order of Arts and Letters

French Ministry of Culture·2017

Awarded for his contribution to the arts.

Records & Feats

First Moroccan film to be selected for the Cannes Directors' Fortnight

Historic First·1997

His debut feature 'Mektoub' was the first Moroccan film to be selected for the Cannes Directors' Fortnight in 1997.