The Boy of The Fish (2024)

In a world confined by walls, a young boy's spirit lifts with the waves of the sea.

The Boy of The Fish (2024) poster

"The Boy Of The Fish" follows Noon, a young boy living in a Syrian refugee camp, who finds solace and a sense of freedom in a whale-shaped doll he names "Bahr." Set against the challenging realities of camp life, Noon’s journey is both a story of resilience and a testament to the boundless imagination of childhood. Through vivid symbolism and a unique soundscape, the film explores themes of loss, hope, and the longing for freedom amidst confinement. Shot entirely on an iPhone due to restrictions in the conflict zone, the film combines raw authenticity with poetic depth to capture the emotional landscape of a young soul navigating adversity.

Director: Albaraa Wail, Toqa Sharabati
Genre: Drama, Documentary, Fantasy
Runtime: 9 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Burak Akbulut
Cinematography: Albaraa Wail
Editing: Albaraa Wail
Country: Syrian Arab Republic, Turkey
Language: العربية, No Language
Budget: $2,000
Original Language: ar

Themes

Migrant Struggle and Hope in the New Land, Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Stories of Hope and Redemption, Unwavering Faith and Hope, Childlike Wonder and Innocence

Keywords

escape, whale, freedom, refugee, refugee camp, hope, innocence, symbolism, loss, survival, family, displacement, syria, mysterious, confinement

More Films by Director: Albaraa Wail, Toqa Sharabati
More Films in Genre: Drama, Documentary, Fantasy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Boy of The Fish about?
"The Boy Of The Fish" follows Noon, a young boy living in a Syrian refugee camp, who finds solace and a sense of freedom in a whale-shaped doll he names "Bahr." Set against the challenging realities of camp life, Noon’s journey is both a story of resilience and a testament to the boundless imagination of childhood. Through vivid symbolism and a unique soundscape, the film explores themes of loss, hope, and the longing for freedom amidst confinement. Shot entirely on an iPhone due to restrictions in the conflict zone, the film combines raw authenticity with poetic depth to capture the emotional landscape of a young soul navigating adversity.
Who directed The Boy of The Fish?
The Boy of The Fish was directed by Albaraa Wail, Toqa Sharabati.
Who stars in The Boy of The Fish?
The Boy of The Fish stars Obada Alhalabi.
How long is The Boy of The Fish?
The Boy of The Fish has a runtime of 9m (9 minutes).
What genre is The Boy of The Fish?
The Boy of The Fish is a Drama, Documentary, Fantasy film.
What is the budget of The Boy of The Fish?
The Boy of The Fish had a budget of $2,000.
Where was The Boy of The Fish produced?
The Boy of The Fish was produced in Syrian Arab Republic, Turkey.
What are the themes of The Boy of The Fish?
The themes of The Boy of The Fish include: Migrant Struggle and Hope in the New Land, Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Stories of Hope and Redemption, Unwavering Faith and Hope, Childlike Wonder and Innocence.