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Saudi Rom-Com ‘A Matter of Life and Death,’ Starring and Written by Sarah Taibah, Unveiled at Jeddah Fest

The Hollywood Reporter
Story by Georg SzalaiDecember 7, 2024 • 1:00 PM
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A quirky Saudi rom-com explores the unlikely connection between a superstitious woman convinced she's cursed and a shy heart surgeon grappling with a mysterious ailment.
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  • The film, titled 'A Matter of Life and Death,' is a collaboration between production companies Film Clinic, Front Row, Arabia Pictures Group, and Rotana Studios, showcasing the growing partnership and talent in the Saudi entertainment industry.
  • The lead roles are played by Sarah Taibah, the writer of the film, and Yaqoub Alfarhan, known for his work in 'Norah' and the upcoming 'AlGhaid,' bringing a fresh and authentic perspective to the story.
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Sarah Taibah, Yaqoub Alfarhan, Film Clinic, Front Row, Arabia Pictures Group, Rotana Studios, A Matter of Life and Death
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