Zelzal

At a glance

Zelzal, is a 1988 Qatari movie, and starring Saad Al-Faraj, Ghanem Al-Sulaiti, Abdulaziz Jassim. with a runtime of 199 minutes.

Overview

Zelzal is a 1988 Qatari comedy-romance stage production by the Qatari Center for Artistic Production that tackles class barriers and marriage in Gulf society. The story follows a humble young man who falls deeply in love with a girl from a wealthy family. When the couple decide to marry, the girl's family vehemently opposes the union, refusing to accept a suitor they consider beneath their social standing. The production weaves together romantic longing and social commentary, exploring how wealth and tradition collide with genuine love. A notable example of Qatari theatrical heritage, Zelzal uses humor and emotional drama to reflect the cultural tensions of 1980s Gulf life.

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