Moroccan director Asma El Moudir's project has been selected for funding by the Hubert Bals Fund for her film 'Don’t Let The Sun Go Up On Me', as part of an international production partnership.
Asma El Moudir, a Moroccan director, has emerged as a prominent winner of the Hubert Bals Fund (HBF) 2026 for her film 'Don’t Let The Sun Go Up On Me'. The project is notable not only for its artistic vision but also for its collaborative approach, involving production partnerships from several countries, including Morocco, France, Norway, Denmark, and Chile. The support from the HBF highlights the growing recognition of Moroccan cinema on the international stage.
The Hubert Bals Fund, known for its crucial support to filmmakers in developing countries, has selected a total of eight projects for funding. Each selected project receives a grant of €60,000 (approximately $65,000) aimed at fostering international co-productions. This financial support is particularly valuable in connecting European production companies with directors from outside the European Union, encouraging a diverse range of cinematic voices and stories.
This year’s focus on projects that interweave personal experiences with social and environmental contexts reflects a broader trend in global cinema that seeks to address pressing issues through storytelling. With support from European production companies such as Haut et Court Doc from France, El Moudir's project not only aims to bring her unique vision to life but also underscores the importance of collaborative film production in today's interconnected world.
