Presented by Horsham Film Society. Open to Non-Members. All Tickets £5.
Theeb (15)
Arabic with English Subtitles / 2014 / 100 min Adventure, Drama, Thriller
Director: Naji Abu Nowar Starring: Jacir Eid Al-Hwietat, Hussein Salameh Al-Sweilhiyeen, Hassan Mutlag Al-Maraiyeh
It is 1916. Brothers Hussein and Theeb are the sons of a Bedouin sheik, and come from a family of pilgrim guides who live a nomadic lifestyle. One night, their camp is visited by Edward, a British officer, and an Arab named Marji. Hussein is asked to guide them to a Roman well on the pilgrims' trail, next to the strategic Ottoman railway. They are warned that the trail is rife with bandits. Theeb wants to join, but his brother insists he stays behind. When the group leaves, Theeb disobeys his brother and follows catching them up after a day's walk. Despite concerns for Theeb's safety, Edward insists on continuing their travel immediately, so Theeb stays with the group and goes on to experience dramatic, terrifying, and tragic events. Using non-professional actors from the Bedouin community in southern Jordan, this ‘coming of age’ film is considered to be a "Bedouin Western"
Please note as this film is certified 15, Photo ID may be required as proof of age before entering the screening.
Watch the official trailer here
Fri 12 - Thu 25 Apr , 1:45pm
Tue 16 - Thu 25 Apr , 2:15pm