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Marrakech Winners: 'Happy Holidays' Takes Top Honors

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Indie drama 'Happy Holidays' sweeps Marrakech Film Fest, adding to its growing list of accolades and cementing its status as an awards season contender.
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  • Scandar Copti's 'Happy Holidays' won the coveted Étoile d'Or at Marrakech, adding to its previous best screenplay win at Venice's Orizzonti and best in show at Thessaloniki.
  • The politically resonant film has been building serious awards momentum, positioning it as a dark horse to watch in the coming months as Hollywood gears up for the Oscars.
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