Jumaa and the Sea

Overview

Set in a coastal Emirati village during the 1950s, the film follows a fisherman named Juma who strives to fulfill his late wife's wish of educating their two sons—particularly Rashid, who dreams of a wealthy life. This creates a conflict between tradition and personal ambition amid subtle social transformations.

Directed by Hani al-Shaibani

Top cast

Marei Al Halian

S

Saeed Batega

H

Hamad Sultan

A

Ali Al Shaloubi

A

Ashwaq

M

Mohammed Al Hammadi

A

Abdullah Alramsi

S

Sogha

M

Mohamed Al-Saady

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