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201188 minPGdocumentary

Amal

201188 minPGdocumentary

A year-long contract in a TV project leads to unfulfilled dreams for a woman in the United Arab Emirates.

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Nujoom Al Ghanem

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A year-long contract in a TV project leads to unfulfilled dreams for a woman in the United Arab Emirates.

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Nujoom Al Ghanem

Nujoom Al Ghanemdirector

Amal Hawijeh

Amal Hawijehwriter

Nujoom Al Ghanem

Nujoom Al Ghanemwriter

Amal Hawijeh

Amal Hawijehcast

Synopsis

Amal arrives in the United Arab Emirates with dreams of a successful career in television. She has a one-year contract for a project that holds promise. However, after her first year, Amal struggles to implement her plans and faces numerous challenges in realizing her aspirations. The documentary captures her experiences as she navigates life in a new country while dealing with unexpected setbacks.

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