From Captain Abu Raed

Image by Sabri Hakim.

‘Captain Abu Raed’ is about to be screened at Sundance. Yesterday, I received a comment on my earlier post about ‘Captain’ from Don, a reader in the US who has seen the movie at a film school in Utah. He had this to say:

I had no idea what the movie was about when I sat down in the screening room for its first showing in the USA other than it was the first one from Jordan in many decades. It was outstanding and I was moved to tears by it. I was completely overwhelmed by the quality of this film and the universal message that it portrayed – that one person can make a difference in this world. It weaved the feelings and experiences that all people have in all cultures in the world – to have a family and have loved ones around them – to have dreams and ambitions – to face obstacles and evil by others – to face the consequences of our own poor choices – and to reap the long lasting reward of good and noble choices. It carries a wonderful message that to be treated unfairly by others can be countered with kindness and love if we chose those actions. I want to see this movie again and want to recommend it to all I know. I learned a lot about a country that I must say I know little about but now what to know more. I have great respect and admiration for the writers and producers of this movie as it dealt with many social injustices and unpleasant but realistic topics that need to be brought to light. I believe it deserves international viewing and worldwide acclaim.

The film is also getting the attention of the US press. In a glowing review, this is what the Hollywood Reporter had to say:

Matalqa has crafted a stirring tribute to the invisible people in our world who may end up changing our lives more profoundly than high-profile leaders. Nothing is more difficult than making an honest film about a good man, but “Captain Abu Raed” accomplishes the feat.

And the Columbus Dispatch writes:

As if directing a first feature film weren’t difficult enough, imagine tackling a project that represents an entire nation’s hope of creating a movie industry.

Amin Matalqa, a native of Jordan, took on that pressure.

And the results have been worth the challenge.

Wow..

We still have to wait till February 6 to see it in Jordan.


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2 responses to “More great reviews for Captain Abu Raed”

  1. Nas Avatar
    Nas

    cant help but be very proud of amin and all the guys and gals involved!

    but man, im not sure if i can wait until the feb 6th. this is worse than 2001 when lord of the rings was coming out and i had a countdown screen saver on my computer!

  2. ArabianMonkey Avatar
    ArabianMonkey

    You may enjoy this chat with Amin & Nadim while at the Sundance Festival. Hope you don’t mind the link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-F0itx3Ttow