Asian Vision Competition
Night Courier (Mandoob)
مندوب الليل
Synopsis:
In the heart of Riyadh, where desperation and opportunity collide, MANDOOB brings forth the gripping tale of Fahad Algadaani, a mentally fragile man racing against time to save his ailing father. As his world crumbles under the weight of financial burden and societal indifference, Fahad's life takes an unexpected turn when he is forced to make ends meet as a humble delivery mandoob (Arabic for courier). However, a chance encounter uncovers a dark underbelly of the city—one thriving on illegal dealings and illicit activities. Thrusted into the vestibules of the rapidly growing city, Fahad is confronted with a dangerous proposition that promises to solve all his monetary woes. Yet, this tantalizing opportunity comes at a great cost—he must risk everything he holds dear, including his principles and the fragile sanity he clings to.
Schedule
Nov 18, 2024 | 04:00 PM
Director
Ali Kalthami
Ali Alkalthami is a Saudi director, producer, content writer, and co-founder of C3Films and Telfaz11. Ali’s career spans over 9 years of experience. His directing style is reflected with the dark comedy he provides and addresses. The socio cultural issues in the Gulf and Middle East region are targeted in a new way with a global yet local approach. His career span did not stop on the internet shows, which he has directed such as “Khambalah, La Yekthar and appeared as an actor in Moghadarh TV short films”, . “Suwailem Al Talga”, which was directed co-written by Ali Alkalthami, has been awarded with the Gold Awards in Dubai Lynx and Lorez Award Ceremony. Kalthami took a big step in his career where he directed his movie “Wasati” in 2016. It premiered in Paramount Studios in Los Angeles. Ali continues to be an influencer of his generation and new media, which has made him a point of advisory in the film making scene in Saudi Arabia.
Credits
Director:
Ali Kalthami
Wael Abumansour
Producer:
Abdulrahman Jarash
Cinematography:
Ahmed Tahoun
Editing:
Fakhreddine Amri
Cast:
Mohammed Aldokhi
Hajar Alshammari
Mohammed Alttowayan
Screenwriters:
Ali Kalthami
Mohammed Algarawi
Sound:
Aymen Labidi
Sarah Taibah
Alaa Faden
Mohammed Alhamoud
110 min | Comedy, Drama, Thriller | 2023 | Saudi Arabia | Arabic | English Subs
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