"It is an occupied, militarized city whose indigenous Sahrawi population is subject to brutal repression by occupying Moroccan forces,” the Western Sahara International Film Festival says.

Christopher Nolan , known for crafting cinematic epics like Inception and Oppenheimer , is now at the center of an unexpected controversy. The acclaimed director has come under fire for filming scenes

This area has long been at the centre of a political conflict, with Morocco controlling most of it, despite opposition from many local people and international groups.