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VHS Tape Replaced, is a 2022 Saudi movie, directed by Maha Al-Saati, and starring Motasem Nasser, Sarah Taibah, Hatoon Alrefaei. with a runtime of 17 minutes.
VHS Tape Replaced is a Saudi short film set in 1987, immersing viewers in the nostalgic world of cassettes, music videos, and youthful longing. The story follows a young Black Saudi man who, in a bid to impress the girl he admires, attempts to replicate the music video of Crown, an iconic singer of that era. Blending gentle comedy with social observation, the film quietly addresses themes of racial identity, belonging, and the universal desire to be seen and accepted. Its retro aesthetic and warm storytelling make it a distinctive and memorable piece of Saudi contemporary cinema.
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