THEEB

THEEB, 2014

Jordan |DCP, Color, 100' | Arabic

Director: Naji Abu Nowar

It is 1916, the eve of the Arab Revolt. Theeb lives in a tribe adhering to Bedouin traditions but his life changes with the arrival of a British officer. Theeb’s older brother Hussein accepts to escort the officer on his perilous mission across the Arabian Desert. However, despite his young age, Theeb realizes what this mission really means. In order to survive he must now make decisions and learn to trust like an adult. The film is a gripping period story about the coming of age of a little boy.