The Salon (2025)

THE SALON is the story of a unique beauty salon in Khartoum which hides a secret; it doubles as an underground space for women in danger. Run by the charismatic Abeer who herself fled domestic abuse, the salon is a space where women who are ‘on the run’ arrive from across Sudan seeking advice, sanctuary and pathways. It also does fabulous hair and nails.

Director: Rafa Renas
Runtime: 25 min
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Salon about?
THE SALON is the story of a unique beauty salon in Khartoum which hides a secret; it doubles as an underground space for women in danger. Run by the charismatic Abeer who herself fled domestic abuse, the salon is a space where women who are ‘on the run’ arrive from across Sudan seeking advice, sanctuary and pathways. It also does fabulous hair and nails.
Who directed The Salon?
The Salon was directed by Rafa Renas.
How long is The Salon?
The Salon has a runtime of 25m (25 minutes).