Sabah

DIRECTOR: Ruba Nadda

Falling in love with the wrong guy

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Sabah is a 40-year-old Muslim Arab woman. One day, when Sabah least expects it, she falls in love with the wrong man. She’s Muslim, he’s not. Keeping him secret from her family Sabah goes on a whirlwind affair before both culture and love collide.

  • Semana de Cine de Valladolid - Premio de la Juventud
  • Seattle International - Official Selection
  • Commonwealth Film Festival - Official Selection
“That rarest of birds, a good-natured Canadian romantic comedy. Sabah's journey is a trip worth exploring.” - THE GLOBE AND MAIL
“An entertaining tale about tolerance with a capital “T”” - VARIETY
“Sabah breathes new life into a classic integration story.” - NOW MAGAZINE