Saudi romantic comedy film debuts at Berlin film fest

When it comes to cinema, Saudi Arabia does not have much of a tradition, with only a few feature films and documentaries produced every year.

But a group of young independent film-makers from Jeddah are hoping to change that – by bringing their film to the Berlin film festival.

Barakah Meets Barakah, a quirky comedy which debuted at this year’s Berlinale, shows the challenges of dating in Saudi Arabia, while also imparting some commentary about the limitations of public space in the country.

The film follows an amateur actor in a theater company and a stylish adopted daughter of a rich couple as they try to navigate their relationship.

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Saudi romantic comedy film debuts at Berlin film fest

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