Tuesday, July 12, 2016

Abu Nowar'sTheeb Explores 1916 Bedouin Arabia


Stunning location work in southern Jordan has the grandeur of Monument Valley, is the backdrop for story of young Bedouin boy, Theeb ("wolf") who outwits potential enemies.  Film supported by Abu Dhabi's Sanad fund and Doha Film Institute.  Recently orphaned brothers Hussein (Hussein Salameh) and Theeb (Jacir Eid) meet up with British soldier and escort, asking to be guided to Ottoman train tracks so as to destroy them. The two men are ambushed and killed.  Soon Hussein dies as well.  The young boy Theeb witnesses his beloved broother's death.

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