The Boy of The Fish
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The Boy of The Fish

In a world confined by walls, a young boy's spirit lifts with the waves of the sea.

6.0 / 10 2024 9mNR Arabic
DramaDocumentaryFantasy

Storyline

"The Boy Of The Fish" follows Noon, a young boy living in a Syrian refugee camp, who finds solace and a sense of freedom in a whale-shaped doll he names "Bahr." Set against the challenging realities of camp life, Noon’s journey is both a story of resilience and a testament to the boundless imagination of childhood. Through vivid symbolism and a unique soundscape, the film explores themes of loss, hope, and the longing for freedom amidst confinement. Shot entirely on an iPhone due to restrictions in the conflict zone, the film combines raw authenticity with poetic depth to capture the emotional landscape of a young soul navigating adversity.

Cast & Crew

OA

Obada Alhalabi

Noon

Lead

What People Are Saying

3.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Albaraa Wail's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
3.0
Every frame feels alive. The Boy of The Fish is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker