Trances (1982): cast, story & where to watch

1982 · Film · ★ 6.7

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Released in 1982, Trances is a music and documentary film directed by Ahmed El Maânouni, running about 90 minutes. “Here at last comes the time of ecstasy, of trances.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Documentary about the Moroccan musical group Nass El Ghiwane.

Who’s in it. Trances stars Nass-El Ghiwane as Themselves, Larbi Batma as Self - Percussion, Omar Sayed as Self - Percussion and Abderrahman Paco as Self - Bass, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Trances has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Trances page.

If you liked it. Fans of Trances tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Trances (1982)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Trances change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Trances worth watching?
Trances holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Trances?
Trances stars Nass-El Ghiwane, Larbi Batma, Omar Sayed, Abderrahman Paco and Allal Yaala.
When was Trances released?
Trances was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.