Plot
Arabia, 1916. I World War have started. In the Ottoman province of Hijaz, a young Bedouin boy, Hussein, who lost his father and he has to take care of his little brother, Theeb. Everything will change when a British officer appears with a weird and secret mission. Hijaz will help to find the destination at the same time that He has to protect his brother. Then, He will have a exciting and dangerous experiences and greatly hastened coming of age as he embarks on a perilous desert journey to guide a British officer.
'Theeb' is directed by Naji Abu Nowar and written by him and Bassel Ghandour. Jacir Eid Al-Hwietat, Hussein Salameh Al-Sweilhiyeen and Hassan Mutlag Al-Maraiyeh are the protagonist of the film.
Awards
- 2016 Academy Awards (Oscars): 1 0
- 2016 BAFTA Awards: 3 1
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March 27 2016
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Trivia
The film premiere in Jordan took place in Wadi Rum, the location of the film and the area where the stars of the film live. The whole tribe came out to watch the film.
Jordan's first nominated film at the Academy Awards.
Best Film from the Arab World FIPRESCI & Prize for Best Narrative Feature
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