After studying law, Hicham Lasri embarked on a career in writing, penning plays such as “(K)rêve” (2006) and novels like “Static” (2008). He ventured into directing, initially focusing on short films before helming his debut feature, “The End” (2011). Lasri went on to direct other notable feature films including “They Are the Dogs” (2013), “The Sea is Behind” (2014), and “Headbang Lullaby” (2017).