The Pearl (اللؤلؤة)
Qumra Projects
Noor Al-Nasr / Feature Narrative / Qatar
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Synopsis
We live in a world where “social” technology ironically disconnects us from our family and those around us. ‘The Pearl’ tells the story of a modern-day, tech-obsessed Qatari teenage boy who travels back in time to an era before his beloved technology existed in order to learn how to appreciate face-to-face communication and reconnect with his family. Khalid (12) takes his family—especially his grandfather—for granted. While at the beach, absorbed in his mobile screen, Khalid fails to notice his sister drowning until it’s too late. His attempt to rescue her finds him saved instead—by Qatari pearl divers in colonial Doha.
The year is 1930. With none of the technological resources he is accustomed to, Khalid must learn how to communicate and rely on the kindness of others to survive. He strikes up an unexpected relationship with a pearling captain who mentors him in the art of compassion and family appreciation. Khalid’s newfound compassion and appreciation for the captain is put to the test when only he—with his modern knowledge—can help save the captain’s family from financial ruin. In doing so, Khalid magically finds his way back home—this time with a deeper understanding of his roots, greater appreciation for his family, and renewed compassion for his grandfather.
About the Director
Noor Al-Nasr is a Qatari filmmaker who obtained her bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design from VCUQ and her MA from SCAD University in Atlanta, GA. She has always been interested in art and has participated in numerous exhibitions, focusing on the art of storytelling and filmmaking. Her short films have been featured in multiple editions of the Ajyal Film Festival in Doha, as well as at the Cannes Film Festival in 2015 and 2016. Her latest work is ‘Sanad,’ which she wrote and directed.
Credits
- Director
- Noor Al-Nasr
- Screenwriter
- Noor Al-Nasr
- Producer
- Poppy Clinton
- Production Company
- The Edge Picture Company