Norah(HKAFF2024)
In the 90s, Saudi Arabia was gradually shifting to a state where all forms of art were not welcomed in the society. Norah is a young woman who lives in a remote village but has always longed for the beauty and vibrancy of the city. One day, Nader, a new school teacher who used to be a painter, arrives in the village. They decide to seek a creative outlet despite the great risk. Tawfik Alzaidi’s outstanding first feature is a poignant story about two souls that are yearning for the freedom of artistic expression.
Special Mention, Un Certain Regard Section, Cannes Film Festival
Best Saudi Film Award, Red Sea International Film Festival
Melbourne International Film Festival
Director
Tawfik Alzaidi
Cast
Yaqoub Alfarhan, Maria Bahrawi, Abdullah Alsadhan
Release Date
26-10-2024
Language
Arabic
Run Time
95 minutes