Sabah

"A Love Story"

May 27 2005 N/A 1h 26m
Comedy, Drama, Romance

One day, when Sabah least expects it, she falls in love with the wrong man. She's Muslim, he's not. Unbeknownst to her family, she goes on a whirlwind affair before both culture and love collide.

Plot

Sabah is 40, single, an immigrant from Syria living in Toronto with her family, responsible for her mother's well-being. Since her father's death, her brother Majid has been the family authority. His niece doesn't want him choosing her husband, his marriage is rocky, but he insists on tradition. Sabah meets Stephen at a city swimming pool; they're attracted to each other. Because he's not a Muslim, Sabah hides their friendship from her family. Where can this relationship go? Can this family sort out its tensions?

Written by

Ruba Nadda

Directed by

Ruba Nadda

Production Countries

Canada

Production Companies

T. L. Boulton

Languages

English

Awards

1 win & 2 nominations

Scores
# of Votes
1,432
Average Rating
6.8 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA