Femme écrite

The film presents Naïm, an anthropologist captivated by Mririda, a Berber poet and courtesan. His fascination deepens when he encounters Adjou, a young prostitute whose brutal murder sparks a police investigation. Naïm’s journey intertwines the realms of imagination and reality as he seeks the truth behind Adjou's death.

Lazcen Zinoun structures the film like a five-movement opus, incorporating tribal rituals and the art of tattooing. The narrative reflects on women's autonomy over their bodies in a society influenced by ancient traditions. The film's visual style captures both the sensuality of the characters and the emotional turmoil they experience, particularly in Naïm's quest for understanding and connection.