Yesterday, at the Mohammed V Theatre in Rabat, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the Green March, an exceptional event unfolded, blending national symbolism and cultural depth. Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid, Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication, took part in a short yet insightful conversation with Jamal Soussi, Editor-in-Chief of Diplomatique Magazine, and the young Moroccan filmmaker Sanae El Alaoui. This gathering was far from a mere ceremonial meeting; it served as a clear demonstration of the young minister’s vision to support Morocco’s youth and artists.
Bensaid showed genuine interest in the creative initiatives of young talents, attentively listening to their experiences, encouraging bold projects, and providing concrete institutional support to nurture their artistic endeavors. This approach reflects a deeply rooted governmental policy that recognizes culture and art as essential pillars of national identity and intergenerational continuity.
In this context, the recent recognition of the Moroccan Cinematographic Center, under the leadership of Reda Benjelloun, marks a strategic step in supporting national film production and nurturing emerging talents. Through its initiatives and recent celebrations, the center has revitalized the Moroccan cinematic landscape, reaffirming that culture and art are carriers of national memory and catalysts for youth aspirations. This achievement is part of a carefully planned long-term strategy led by the young minister, aimed at strengthening Moroccan cultural identity and ensuring its continuity amid changing times.
Filmmaker Sanae El Alaoui, meanwhile, embodies the new generation of Moroccan filmmakers, presenting bold, meaningful projects and reflecting national realities through a modern and original artistic lens. Her participation in the discussion highlighted the symbolic depth of the Green March and its role in cultivating a renewed cinematic consciousness among young generations.
المخرجة سناء عليوي رمزًا للجيل الجديد من السينمائيين المغاربة، الذين يحملون مشاريع فنية جريئة ومؤثرة، ويجسدون طاقات الشباب في التعبير عن الواقع الوطني pic.twitter.com/rukfAS1hkl
— المغرب الآن Maghreb Alan (@maghrebalaan) November 8, 2025
This event, bringing together the state, cultural institutions, and young creators, demonstrates the synergy between institutional experience and creative energy. It confirms that Morocco can offer an integrated model of support for culture and art, combining strategic guidance with celebration of national identity. Today, Moroccan cinema witnesses a unique moment in which the trajectory of national creativity is being carefully redrawn, carried by the voices of youth and artists alike.
Ultimately, Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid emerges not only as a government official but as a genuine mentor for young talents and a staunch supporter of Moroccan cinema—listening, encouraging, and paving the way for anyone seeking to build a renewed and impactful cultural and artistic path. The key message of this event is clear: Morocco’s cultural future lies in the hands of its youth, and the state and art can move forward together toward new horizons of creativity, identity, and national engagement.
