Jumaa and the Sea

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.

Tagline:

“Between the tides of tradition and the dreams of a new life, one fisherman’s journey shapes the future.”

Country:

AE, US

Genre:

Drama

Released:

2007-10-14

Languages:

Arabic

Companies:

sharjah tv