An absolutely incredible movie and insight in the extremely insular Saudi Arabian society. The first ever full-length feature to be shot entirely in Saudi Arabia and the first to be directed by a Saudi woman.
It follows an outrageously charismatic 11 year old girl named Wadjda (played by Waad Mohammed) as she breaks down gender stereotypes and dreams of owning and riding a bicycle. Meanwhile her family is breaking apart as her father looks to marry a second wife.
The film won a slew of awards and has maintained hugely positive response on rating websites like Rottentomatoes and Metacritic and won can instantly see why.
As a social commentary the film is quite literally genius and I would wish that every child in a non-muslim country were made to see this film as you can't help but be taken away by the normality of this gorgeous, intelligent and hilarious girl! Well worth a watch!!!!
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