Country: Yemen

Direction Sara Ishaq

Cast Abeer Ishaq · Jameel Ishaq · Sara Ishaq · Heather Handerson

Synopsis The Mulberry House (2013) follows the journey of Sara, a woman born in Yemen to a Yemeni father and a Scottish mother. At the age of 17, Sara left Yemen for Scotland to live with her mother, promising her father...

Direction Bader Ben Hirsi

Cast Nabil Saber · Dania Hammoud · Paolo Romano · Sahar Alasbahi

Synopsis A New Day In Old Sana'a (2005) follows the heartfelt journey of Tariq, a charming young man on the brink of marrying Bilquis, the eldest daughter of a respected and influential judge. One fateful night, as he strolls through the...

Direction Khadija Al-Salami

Cast Reham Mohammed · Adnan Alkhader · Sawadi Alkainai · Rana Mohammed

Synopsis I Am Nojoom, Age 10 and Divorced (2014) follows the harrowing journey of a young girl named Nojoom, who is compelled to enter into a marriage with a man three decades her senior at the tender age of ten. The...

Direction Musa Syeed

Cast Yaseen Mansour · Zolikha Kaid

Synopsis The Big House (S) (2013) follows the journey of a curious young Yemeni boy who stumbles upon a key to a grand mansion, the residence of the village's wealthiest individual. Driven by his vivid imagination, he explores the vast, uninhabited...

Direction Shaima Al Tamimi

Cast Saeeda Al-Tamimi · Saleh Al-Tamimi

Synopsis Don't Get Too Comfortable (S) (2021) is a poignant and reflective exploration of a granddaughter's journey as she pens a deeply personal letter to her late grandfather. The film delves into the recurring theme of displacement and migration within the...

Direction Tommaso Cotronei

Synopsis Blood and the Moon (2017) delves into the harrowing journey of a young girl forced into marriage, exploring the psychological impact of such a traumatic experience. Stripped of her autonomy, health, education, and safety, she finds the strength to flee...

Direction Amr Gamal

Cast Khaled Hamdan · Abeer Mohammed · Samah Alamrani · Awsam Abdulrahman

Synopsis The Burdened (2023) follows the story of Ahmed and Isra'a, a couple with three children who face an unexpected challenge when Ahmed loses his job amidst the country's economic downturn. As they struggle to make ends meet, Isra'a discovers she...

Direction Khadija Al-Salami

Synopsis Killing Her Is a Ticket to Paradise (2013) delves into the harrowing tale of Boushra, a woman whose life takes a dramatic turn when she pens an article detailing her anguish and profound disillusionment with the shattered promises of freedom...

Direction Fahdel Al-Olofi

Cast Nabeel Hizam · Abdu Al-Kareem Al-Ashmori · Ahmed Abdallah Hossouin · Adel Samnnan

Synopsis The Losing Bet (2008) follows the journey of two Yemeni extremists who, after returning from overseas conflicts, are disheartened by the perceived secular influences in their homeland. Driven by anger and manipulated by a shadowy group, they embark on a...

Direction Amr Gamal

Cast Hadeel AbdulHakeem · Abeer AbdulKareem · Noor Abdullah · Fatema Adulbqawi

Synopsis 10 Days Before the Wedding (2018) follows a young couple navigating a series of challenges as they approach their wedding day, with just a decade remaining before the ceremony. The hurdles they face are intricately linked to the repercussions of...

Direction Khadija Al-Salami

Synopsis Amina (2006) delves into the poignant story of a young woman, Amina, who faces the ultimate penalty after being convicted of killing her spouse. This documentary offers an intimate look into her life, her struggles, and the complex circumstances surrounding...

Direction Bader Ben Hirsi

Synopsis The English Sheik and the Yemeni Gentleman (2000) offers a unique perspective on life in Yemen, showcasing the country's stunning landscapes and the vibrant characters of its people, along with their deep-rooted traditions. The documentary follows the journey of two...

Direction Khadija Al-Salami

Synopsis The Scream (2012) delves into the unexpected and powerful role of Yemeni women during a time of political turmoil. In a nation where women's voices are often marginalized, the world was taken aback when Yemeni women courageously stepped into the...