When Fahad loses his job in a Riyadh call centre, he must find another way to make ends meet-his father is sick and needs expensive treatment. As the only man in the family, Fahad must take on this financial burden. He finds a job as a food delivery night courier (mandoob),where he stumbles onto a bootlegging operation. Seeing an opportunity to make more cash,Fahad steals several cases of whiskey, an action which lands him in deep trouble.A huge hit in its native country,this impressive first feature is a pacey thriller that uncovers the darker side of Saudi Arabian society,and explores the impact when tradition collides with consumerism in a country undergoing rapid change.
Director: Ali Kalthami
Length 110 mins
Reviews:
“★★★ ★ From Saudi Arabia, this sharply well-made comical thriller has an earthy vibe that’s instantly engaging as it explores recognisable situations for a hapless guy just trying to make ends meet…. this could be almost anyone’s story.”-Shadows on the Wall
“★★★ ★…Mandoob, the striking first feature from Saudi director Ali Kalthami, delves into places in this stratified, rapidly evolving city that even those who live there are unlikely to know about.”-The Observer UK
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