The first ‘Ouallywood’ studio, established by Mohammed Belghimi in 1983, displays sets and props from movies filmed here, including Jewel of the Nile, Kingdom of Heaven and Kundun . Who knows, you may even get discovered by a talent scout – though as locals point out, the Dh40 to Dh100 day rates for extras aren’t exactly Screen Actors Guild pay. Guided tours run every 20 to 40 minutes and take you through some of the stages, sets and workshops incorporated in the 150 hectare site.
The studio is 5km west of town on the Marrakesh road and easily accessible on the yellow STUDID bus. Buy tickets at Hotel Oscars next door.
