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2020 Emirati film
Khorfakkan
Directed byBen Mole Maurice Sweeney
Written bySultan bin Muhammad Al-Qasimi
Starring
  • Rashid Assaf
  • Qays Sheikh Najib
  • Ahmed Al Jasmi
  • Khalifa Albahri
Release date
  • 2020 (2020)
CountryUnited Arab Emirates

Khorfakkan is a 2020 historical film directed by Ben Mole and Maurice Sweeney that tells the story of the resistance of Khorfakkan city against the Portuguese invasion in the 16th century. The movie is based on real-life events and is an adaptation of a book written by Sultan bin Muhammad Al-Qasimi, a Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah.

Plot

The movie portrays the events that took place during the Portuguese invasion of Khorfakkan in the early 1500s. It shows how the tribes of Khorfakkan city fought against Portuguese rule and their pursuit of freedom.

Cast

Production

The production of the movie began after the completion of a book about the resistance of Khorfakkan against the Portuguese invasion. Several historical elements were recreated for the movie, including Portuguese ships and buildings similar to those found in historic Khorfakkan.

Reception

The movie has been well-received and is considered a milestone for the Emirati entertainment industry. It has been praised for shedding light on an important chapter in UAE’s history.

References

  1. ^ "'Khorfakkan', the film, hailed as new milestone for Emirati entertainment industry". 16 December 2020.
  2. "'Khorfakkan' a film based on Sheikh Sultan's book to debut on international streaming platforms".

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