Animalia
Animalia
5.9100%58%
Itto, a young woman from a modest rural background, is slowly adapting to the Moroccan privileged codes of her husband’s family. But when supernatural events put the country in a state of emergency, Itto finds herself separated from her husband and new family. Alone, pregnant and looking for her way back, she finds emancipation.
Kevin Ward reviewedJuly 4, 2025
A supernatural occurrence in Morocco separates Itto from her husband and she tries desperately to get back to him. Pregnant, alone and scared the phenomenon that’s happening has her questioning her faith. What does this mean for her existence? Faith and religion are common themes in “alien invasion” films and shows, but it’s refreshing to see a film like this that has an non-christian centered, islamic perspective. I the genre is ripe for more stories like this. While I don’t think the film finds a satisfactory conclusion, I really enjoyed Itto’s journey. Some really beautiful framed shots elevate the picture as does Oumaïma Barid’s performance.