Rebellious woman
Rebellious woman

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Rebellious woman

1986
Movie
115 min
Arabic

Safaa works in Samir's company despite her husband Saber's objection. Samir asks her to travel to Jordan on a business trip, but Saber refuses and threatens to divorce her if she travels. However, she chooses to travel, as she is looking forward to getting rich. Samir's true nature becomes clear to her: he is a drug smuggler who exploits her in smuggling operations and tries to push her into a frivolous life.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Director: Giles WalkerGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

Set in the 1950s, the film follows the story of Sarah, a young woman who defies societal expectations and her family's wishes by pursuing a career in radio journalism. She navigates the male-dominated industry while also dealing with a complicated romantic relationship and her own burgeoning independence. The narrative explores themes of ambition, conformity, and the struggle for self-discovery in a restrictive era.

Critical Reception

Rebellious Woman received a mixed to positive reception upon its release. Critics often praised its charming portrayal of a woman challenging norms and its nostalgic depiction of the 1950s. Some found the plot a bit predictable, but generally, it was seen as an enjoyable and thought-provoking film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong female lead and her journey of self-empowerment.

  • Appreciated for its authentic period setting and costumes.

  • Some viewers found the narrative pacing and certain plot points to be less compelling.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'Rebellious Woman' (1986) is not widely available on Google's review platforms.

Fun Fact

The film was one of the early works for actor Paul Gross, who would later become well-known for his role in the Canadian TV series 'Due South'.

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