Film Screening: Animalia
Campus Arts Event
Film Screening: Animalia
Itto, a young woman from a modest rural background, is adapting to the privileged Moroccan world of her husband’s family. When supernatural events trigger a state of emergency, she is separated, pregnant, and alone, searching for her way back.
FREE
Buell Hall – Maison Française
February 17, 2026 | 6:30 pm
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Film Details

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.

In French, Arabic and Tamazight with English subtitles.

Screening followed by a discussion with Chaima Benhsaina, Jihad Azahrai, and Madeleine Dobie.

Additional Details

This event is free and open to the public, but please note that registration does not guarantee a seat. Seating is first come, first served, and it is recommended to arrive early.

Location

Buell Hall - Maison Française
515 W. 116th Street
New York, NY

Image: Film poster for Animalia