My Classmate Ali for Supreme Leader (انتخبوا زميلي علي)
Qumra Projects
Nadia Al Khater / Feature Narrative / Qatar
In English
Genres: Comedy, Politics, Social Issues, Youth
Rated: This film has not been rated.
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Synopsis
High school senior Natasha has all the qualities of the perfect student council president—a clean record, exemplary grades, and years of experience. Who would stand against her? Unfortunately for her, wild card Ali likes to prove people wrong. Especially his ex. Determined to hijack the election, he and Natasha plunge into a vicious battle for the prestigious title. Student journalists fan the flames of fact and fiction as Ali puts together an ambitious performance for the speeches. Meanwhile, his little sister Lulu tries desperately to escape his looming shadow while balancing her intensely close, and at times confusing, friendship with Jennifer. She mounts her own student council run; albeit for the unopposed position of secretary. Despite the conspiring administration, Ali wins the presidency in a landslide victory. Lulu, on the other hand, overcomes her many self-doubts and wins Jennifer back.
About the Director
Nadia Al-Khater is a Qatari filmmaker drawn to innovative storytelling. Her early passion for filmmaking inspired her to direct after graduating from Georgetown University. She wrote and directed the short drama-thriller ‘This Is Not a Drill’ (2019) with The Film House. Her photograph Djurgården 10 has been exhibited at GroundSeeSaw in Seoul, South Korea, and Tokyo, Japan. She directed the 2022 brand video for the National Museum of Qatar. Her previous short film, ‘A Proposal’ (2023), premiered at the Malmö Arab Film Festival and was showcased at other film festivals worldwide.
Credits
- Director
- Nadia Al Khater
- Screenwriter
- Nadia Al Khater
- Producer
- Justin Kramer