Theeb

Set in the Arabian Desert of 1916, the film follows Theeb, a young Bedouin boy and his elder brother Hussein, as they leave the safety of their tribe to venture on a treacherous journey at the dawn of the Great Arab Revolt. If Theeb is to survive, he must quickly learn about adulthood, trust and betrayal.

“Theeb” is the first Jordanian feature to receive the Orizzonti Award for Best Director at Venice Film Festival. It has also first Jordanian film to be nominated for Best International Feature Film at the 88th Academy Awards