
Synopsis
Suhail, a young Emirati boy with Autism, flees to live in the Fujairah mountains after his father shuns him, not understanding his determination. Pinned with the confusing sadness that his mother died in childbirth with him, Suhail’s perspective of the world is more nuanced – he is at one with nature, understands empathy, and has a kindness that infiltrates those who engage with him. Adamant to find his mother’s family in Abu Dhabi, Suhail makes the epic journey, with his new friend Barakah, an Arabian Saluki, to find acceptance, family, and redemption.
Comments
Very cute and addresses important themes such as fatphobia and bullying. No censorship warnings
Director:
Zainab Shaheen
Year:
2024
Duration:
93 min
Country:
UAE
Stars:
Naser Salah, Reem Saleh, Ahmed Al Jasmi
Genre:
Adventure
Family
About The Film
Mountain Boy
Genre: | Adventure, Family |
PG Rating: | PG6 |
Year: | 2024 |
RunTime: | 93 min |
Director: | Zainab Shaheen |
Stars: | Naser Salah, Reem Saleh, Ahmed Al Jasmii |
Language: | Arabic |
Subtitles: | English |
- Cast :
- Oulaya AmamraLina El Arabi Niels Arestrup
Storyline
Suhail, a young Emirati boy with Autism, flees to live in the Fujairah mountains after his father shuns him, not understanding his determination. Pinned with the confusing sadness that his mother died in childbirth with him, Suhail's perspective of the world is more nuanced - he is at one with nature, understands empathy, and has a kindness that infiltrates those who engage with him. Adamant to find his mother's family in Abu Dhabi, Suhail makes the epic journey, with his new friend Barakah, an Arabian Saluki, to find acceptance, family, and redemption.
