Captain Abu Raed
"A humanistic triumph..."
Originally released in 2008. Captain Abu Raed is a drama film. directed by Amin Matalqa.
Starring Nadim Sawalha, Rana Sultan, and Hussein Al-Sous
Synopsis
Abu Raed is an old airport janitor who has always yearned to travel the world but has never been able to afford it. One day, he finds an old discarded pilot's hat, and discovers a calling: a group of children in his poor neighborhood assume he's an airline captain and beg him to share stories of the world outside of Amman, Jordan. Through imaginary tales, a friendship forms, and Abu Raed is soon faced with the grim realities of the children's home life. Thus he takes it upon himself to make a difference in their lives.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 6, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (19 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Jordan
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paper and Pen Films
- GigaPix Studios
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Captain Abu Raed about?
Abu Raed is an old airport janitor who has always yearned to travel the world but has never been able to afford it. One day, he finds an old discarded pilot's hat, and discovers a calling: a group ...
Who directed Captain Abu Raed?
Captain Abu Raed was directed by Amin Matalqa.
How long is Captain Abu Raed?
Captain Abu Raed has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was Captain Abu Raed released?
Captain Abu Raed was released on February 6, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Captain Abu Raed?
The main cast of Captain Abu Raed includes Nadim Sawalha, Rana Sultan, Hussein Al-Sous, Odai Qedese, Ghandi Saber.