The Book of Sun

The Book of Sun

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Release Date

7/30/2020

Runtime

130 mins

Overview

In 2010, at the peak of the Saudi YouTube movement, high school senior Husam finds himself drawn into the world of video production. He’s joined in his pursuit by his best friend Maan, their one-time foe Ibrahim, and Orabi a teacher with a passion for filmmaking. In the middle of their senior year, they set out to produce a no-budget horror movie – a wild adventure that will put their futures at risk.

Status

Released

Original Language

Arabic

Budget

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Revenue

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A joyful, ragtag adventure about teenage filmmakers in 2010 Saudi Arabia who risk everything to make their horror movie, capturing that exhilarating moment when creative ambition collides with real-world stakes and growing up.

Mood

ExhilaratingBittersweetDefiant

Themes

Coming of ageFriendshipArt and creationFamily

Tone

Earnest

Pacing

Brisk

Look

Documentary-likeHandheld

Structure

Ensemble

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