Keif al-Hal? () (How are You?) is Saudi Arabia's first big-budget film, produced by Ayman Halawani (of Prince Al-Walid bin Talal's Rotana Group). Directed by Izidore Musallam, it stars Hind Mohammed, the first Saudi cinema actress.NYTimes.com: Daring to Use the Silver Screen to Reflect Saudi Society
Plot The film is a comedy-drama that recounts the story of a family torn between modernity and tradition in Saudi Arabia.
Production The film, shot in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is financed by Rotana Group, a company owned by Saudi billionaire Prince Alwaleed bin Talal.
Release and reception Saudi audiences were able to see the film on pay-per-view through an agreement with Showtime Arabia. The movie was shown at 17 festivals worldwide.
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CNN video: news report by Schams Elwazer BBC: 'First' Saudi feature film aims high Al-Jazeera: Review of the film Washington Post: Review and interview