Abood Kandaishan, directed by Fadel Al Mheiri
A comedic take on a simple man’s life. Abood is set to be transferred within the company he has been working at for the last 13 years. After he finds out about it, he asks his friend Sharabatoh to help him stop it.
Escobar: Paradise Lost, directed by Andrea Di Stefano
Nick thinks he has found paradise when he goes to join his brother in Colombia. A turquoise lagoon, an ivory beach, perfect waves — it’s a dream for this young Canadian surfer. Then he meets Maria, a stunning Colombian girl, and falls for her. Everything is going great until Maria introduces Nick to her uncle, Pablo Escobar.
Gala screening at Madinat Arena at 6pm. Tickets are available for Dh100 each. English and Spanish with English and Arabic subtitles.
From My Syrian Room, directed by Hazem Al Hamwi
In 2011, when the Syrian people took to the streets, Al Hamwi, an artist and filmmaker, found himself unable to face his fears. Paralysis during such a historic moment was inconceivable. Returning to his most distant memories, from his childhood to the present day, he explores a culture of fear and a nation’s desire to be free.
Screening at Mall of the Emirates, 6.45pm, Dh15 for students and Dh35 for adults. Arabic with English subtitles
