Psychological thriller ‘Falah’ to be released in UAE on December 1

lebanese movies FarahDirected by Hassiba Freiha and Kenton Oxley, it opens in UAE theaters on 1 December 2022.

Projects from Knockout Productions, Intuitive Features, and MAD Solutions, Farah Set in Lebanon, it stars Stephanie Atala and Majdi Machmouchi.

This new psychological thriller explores themes of mental health, the role of Big Pharma and the dynamics of father-daughter relationships in modern Lebanon. The plot revolves around Lina, a pre-med student who begins to experience severe recurring nightmares that lead her to return home to Lebanon; the way. farah Focusing on the power of mind and body, it also offers a cinematic journey that depicts the collision between the modern Arab world and the region’s rich traditions.

farah Bringing together a new generation of cast and crew to shine alongside household names. Stephanie Atala as “Lina” farah and performs a track in the film alongside British music icon Boy George.Joining Stephanie in the role of Lena’s father is the Lebanese powerhouse Majdi Mahmouchi, best known for his Esmohala, in the shadow of the city and Max Antal In addition to a series of well-known TV roles. Together, the two paint a story that sheds light on Lebanon’s cultural revolution while asking challenging questions about intergenerational dynamics. Other cast members include Nader Abd Alhay, Youssef Boulos, Pierrette Katrib, Janah Fakhoury, Josyane Boulos, Assaad Rechdan and Emirati director and screenwriter Hassiba Freiha himself.

Speaking of UAE Launch farahdirector Hassiba Freiha said: “After years of hard work in making this film, I’m excited to share this labor of love with film lovers across the UAE. As a proud Lebanese-Emirati, I love exploring multicultural stories, especially Is a Middle Eastern POV in a Western world. I am passionate about combining Middle Eastern traditions with modern social norms, uncovering issues we may not be aware of on the surface but will eventually have to confront, and ultimately, I seek to join a new generation of creative audiovisuals Express. I’m looking forward to Farah Spark community dialogue and encourage other Emirati female filmmakers to make their own unique contributions to the field of feature films. “

Director Kenton Oxley added: “It is fantastic to be premiering our film in the country that is the foundation of Hassiba and my longstanding professional and personal relationships. We have so much love, gratitude and affinity for this country that it has given gave us the opportunity to get to where we are today and hope Farah Make an impact on the UAE’s growing arts and cultural scene. Mental health is at the heart of our films, and it’s more important than ever that we see it on screen.I hope Farah will be part of this mental health awareness raising and inspire hope in those who suffer. “

Since its world premiere at the Beirut International Women’s Film Festival earlier this year, Farah Received a series of international honors. After being selected for the New York Chelsea Film Festival, Farah Won the Best Feature Film Award at the 10th Anniversary Special Award of the Film Festival. In addition, the film also won two awards at this year’s Alexandria Mediterranean Film Festival in Egypt. best arabic film and Best Art Direction category.Canadian Lebanese Film Festival also won Farah Its Best Feature Film of 2022 (audience vote).

Film lovers across the UAE are hoping to kick off the National Day long weekend with feature films from Emirati female directors, which they will be able to watch farah In all Vox movie theaters starting December 1st.