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''The Journey'' () is a 2017 Iraqi
drama film In film and television, drama is a category or genre of narrative fiction (or semi-fiction) intended to be more serious than humorous in tone. The drama of this kind is usually qualified with additional terms that specify its particular ...
written and directed by Mohamed Jabarah Al-Daradji. It was screened in the Contemporary World Cinema section at the
2017 Toronto International Film Festival The 42nd annual Toronto International Film Festival was held from September 7 to 17, 2017. There were fourteen programs, with the Vanguard and City to City programs both being retired from previous years, with the total number of films down by ...
. Upon premiering on 1 March 2018 in Iraq, the film became the first Iraqi film in 27 years to be released in the theaters of Iraq. It was selected as the Iraqi entry for the
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at the
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, but it was not nominated.


Plot summary

The Journey (Arabic: الرحلة) is a 2017 Iraqi drama film directed by Mohamed Jabarah Al-Daradji. The film is set in Baghdad on December 30, 2006, and follows the story of Sara, a young woman with sinister intentions. She enters Baghdad’s central train station with a plan to commit an unthinkable act – a suicide bombing during the station's reopening ceremony. Sara's plan is disrupted when she encounters Salam, a confident and flirtatious salesman. This unforeseen encounter complicates her mission, leading to an intense psychological duel between the two characters. Salam becomes a hostage in Sara's confused plan, trying desperately to understand her motives and dissuade her from carrying out the attack. Throughout the film, Salam's interactions with Sara force her to confront the potential consequences of her actions. He appeals to her humanity, leading to moments of reflection that challenge her resolve. The film delves deep into the psychological dichotomy of a potential suicide bomber, exploring themes of redemption, the impact of violence, and the possibility of change. The film’s narrative is driven by the tension between Sara's intentions and Salam's efforts to prevent a catastrophe, providing a gripping and emotional exploration of their characters' inner struggles and the chaotic world around them.


Cast

* Zahraa Ghandour as Sara * Ameer Ali Jabarah as Salam


See also

*
List of submissions to the 91st Academy Awards for Best Foreign Language Film This is a list of submissions to the 91st Academy Awards for Best Foreign Language Film. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has invited the film industries of various countries to submit their best film for the Academy Award ...
* List of Iraqi submissions for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film


References


External links

* 2017 films 2017 drama films 2010s Arabic-language films Films directed by Mohamed Al-Daradji Iraqi drama films {{2010s-drama-film-stub