As Saudi cinema continues to reach new heights, here are six films from The Kingdom to enjoy.
‘Mandoob’
Saudi filmmaker Ali Kalthami’s Riyadh-based thriller tells the story of Fahad, who, after getting fired, takes a job as a night courier.
‘Sattar’
An unfulfilled office worker sets out to turn his passion for wrestling into a money-making side gig in this Abduallah Al-Arak-directed film.
‘Barakah Meets Barakah’
Directed by Mahmoud Sabbagh, this romantic comedy explores the relationship between a civil servant and a social media star.
‘The Perfect Candidate’
Directing icon Haifaa Al-Mansour’s film focuses on a female doctor who runs for municipal office, tackling gender and political issues as she goes.
‘Scales’
Directed by Shahad Ameen, this black-and-white fantasy drama explores themes of tradition, sacrifice, and empowerment through the story of a young girl in a fishing village.
‘The Book of Sun’
Faris Godus’s film follows a group of teens who set out to produce a no-budget horror movie – a wild adventure of self-expression that their families believe will put their futures at risk.
