Harem is a 1985 French romantic drama directed by Arthur Joffé. It was filmed in Morocco, particularly El Jadida. Plot Diane Andrews is a haughty Wall Street floor trader without any romantic interests. One day, Sheikh Selim, the ruler of an oil-rich Gulf country, who has been tracking Diane has her drugged, kidnapped, and brought to his harem overseen by eunuch Massoud. Despite Diane's initial protests, as the two come to appreciate each other, they fall in love. Meanwhile, a series of events makes Selim realise that he can no longer rule his country and harem the way he and his ancestors used to do. Eventually, he takes the radical decision to evacuate his isolated castle. Reception Harem was nominated for five César Awards in 1986 and won two; César Award for Best Costume Design and César Award for Best Poster. References External links 1985 films 1985 romantic drama films French romantic drama films Films about kidnapping Films shot in Morocco Films shot in New York City Films set in castles Films set in the Middle East Films set in New York City Films scored by Philippe Sarde English-language French films 1980s English-language films Films directed by Arthur Joffé 1980s French films