City of Life
Ali F. Mostafa | UAE | 2009
97 min

City of Life will change the way you think about Emirati filmmaking — it is co-written and directed by Ali F. Mostafa who, with this film, vigorously attempts to shatter preconceived notions about making movies in the United Arab Emirates. City of Life is especially designed to clear the haze surrounding big-budget film production in the city of Dubai and it sets a precedent: an Emirati filmmaker funded by Emirati coin has crafted smart, technically first-rate entertainment that can stand its own ground in the international marketplace. For a young country with a non-existent film industry, on this point alone, City of Life is an important accomplishment. continue reading »»