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Doha-Giffoni Experience 13-18
Made in Qatar Programme 2: Through Their Eyes
Through tumultuous relationships, romantic love stories, solid friendships, and introspective documentaries, these films reflect the thoughts of a generation eager to express itself with local flair.<br /> <br /> Rated: PG Parental guidance is advised for 13 years and under.
This animated adaptation of a Middle Eastern folktale follows Rain on a journey into the desert. After a tragic event, he seeks refuge in a drought-stricken Bedouin camp, where he is challenged by expectations that arise from his name. Unable to meet the demands of his hosts, Rain resorts to spirituality and hope.
This animated adaptation of a Middle Eastern folktale follows Rain on a journey into the desert. After a tragic event, he seeks refuge in a drought-stricken Bedouin camp, where he is challenged by expectations that arise from his name. Unable to meet the demands of his hosts, Rain resorts to spirituality and hope.

Credits

Director
Rahab Elewaly
Screenwriter
Autumn Eve Watts
Producer
Rahab Elewaly, Heidi Ahsmann
Editor
Abdul Jabbar Maki, Maryam Al Sahli
Music
Nitin Sawhney
Other
Animators: Mohamad Daqqaq, Ashiq Ahmed, Waseem Al Marzouki, Diala Zada, Mohamad Al Suwaidi/ Effects & Compositing: Mohannad Gamal / Character Design and Story Board: Lilian Wagdy / Assistant Producer: Sue James / Post Production Sound Supervisor: David McEwan / Sound Assistant: Giles Williams
Cast
n/a

About the Director

Rahab Elewaly
Rahab Elewaly is an Egyptian-American filmmaker who studied cinema in Cairo. She has worked as an animation artist for Warner Brothers, Fox Searchlight, the Independent Film Channel, MTV and PBS. She won an award for Best Animated Film at the Cairo International Film Festival. Her films have been screened in Cannes, Berlin, Toronto and Sundance.
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