About the film
The Mother of All Lies is a 2023 Arabic-language documentary film directed, written, produced, and edited by Asmae El Moudir. The film follows her search for truth within her family background while connecting personal history with Morocco’s national history. Its subjects include a grandmother, family, and the 1981 Moroccan riots.
The production is associated with Morocco, Egypt, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, reflecting its multinational co-production. The listed runtime is 97 minutes. Asmae El Moudir is credited as producer as well as maker and director.
The entry is dated 2026 in the directory, while its summary identifies the film as a 2023 work. It is categorized as a documentary film and is presented in Arabic. Viewers can approach it as a family-centered investigation that also addresses a significant episode in Moroccan history.
Who it is for
It suits viewers interested in family stories, personal investigations, and Moroccan history. Arabic-language documentary audiences and students exploring the 1981 Moroccan riots may find its subjects relevant.
Worth knowing
- 97-minute runtime
- Arabic-language documentary
- Links family and national history
- Directed and produced by Asmae El Moudir
- Four-country co-production
Before you press play
- Directory year is 2026
- No streaming service is listed
The short of it
The Mother of All Lies combines a family search with national history and a specific Moroccan historical subject. Its 97-minute length and Arabic presentation give viewers a clearly defined documentary experience.