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Jeddah's Quirky Romance: Love Against Odds
7 Dec, 2025
Summary
- A superstitious woman and a shy doctor fall in love in Jeddah.
- The film is a quirky romantic comedy set after Saudi Arabia's cinema ban lift.
- It's the second feature from director Anas Ba-Tahaf, known for unique storytelling.
A unique romantic comedy is unfolding in Jeddah, centered around an unlikely couple whose love defies expectations. Hayat, a young woman burdened by superstition and family pressures, finds an unexpected connection with Youssef, a reserved doctor managing a heart condition that affects his emotional expression.
Their relationship blossoms against the backdrop of Jeddah, exploring themes of overcoming personal anxieties and societal constraints. The film is notable as one of the earliest romantic comedies produced in Saudi Arabia since the nation's cinema ban was lifted in 2017.
"A Matter Of Life And Death" is the second feature film from Jeddah-based director Anas Ba-Tahaf, who previously garnered attention with his distinctive 2021 film "Fay's Palette."
