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Norah

2023 1h 34m Drama List
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Set in Saudi Arabia in the 90s, "Norah" is a deeply moving story about two soulmates who find each other and discover the driving creative forces within themselves. A new teacher, Nader, comes to a remote village and meets Norah, a brave young woman, who inspires him and awakens his artistic talent and passion. Likewise, Nader enlightens Norah on the wider world outside of the village and she realizes she must leave her world to find a place where her imagination and spirit could be free. Their relationship changes both of their lives forever.

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Alexandra Heller-Nicholas AWFJ.org Norah is ultimately not really a film about the nuances of narrative and character; its strengths lie in its hefty metaphorical significance and grander ambitions Aug 20, 2024 Full Review Siddhant Adlakha Variety “Norah” is a self-reflexive testament to the deep and profound need for artistic expression. Jun 1, 2024 Full Review Wendy Ide Screen International Shot entirely in the striking AlUla region of Saudi Arabia, and making full use of the area’s spectacular backdrop and rich heritage, this is a confident and accomplished feature debut from Tawfik Alzaidi. Dec 8, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Synopsis Set in Saudi Arabia in the 90s, "Norah" is a deeply moving story about two soulmates who find each other and discover the driving creative forces within themselves. A new teacher, Nader, comes to a remote village and meets Norah, a brave young woman, who inspires him and awakens his artistic talent and passion. Likewise, Nader enlightens Norah on the wider world outside of the village and she realizes she must leave her world to find a place where her imagination and spirit could be free. Their relationship changes both of their lives forever.
Director
Tawfik Alzaidi
Producer
Sharif Al-Majali, Tawfik Alzaidi, Sharif Majali, R. Paul Miller
Screenwriter
Tawfik Alzaidi
Production Co
Black Sugar Pictures
Genre
Drama
Original Language
Arabic
Runtime
1h 34m