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Wadjda

"Wadjda." (Photo: courtesy of Sony Picture Classics)

‘Wadjda’: Saudi Arabia’s First Feature Film and Female Filmmaker

Arts, Culture & Media

The first feature length film to be shot in Saudi Arabia has been making waves at film festivals around the world. Wadjda gives a glimpse into a young girl’s life in Saudi Arabia. Anchor Aaron Schachter speaks with the director, Haifaa Al Mansour.

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