Sofia - Screening

Presented by Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi and the NYUAD Film and New Media Program

Monday, Mar 9 @ 7:30pm

Past Event

Sofia, 20, lives with her parents in Casablanca. Following a denial of pregnancy, she finds herself illegally giving birth to a baby out of wedlock.

Screening of the film Sofia Directed by Meryem Benm’Barek.
Winner Un Certain Regard Award for Best Screenplay, 2018 Cannes.
Followed by a video Q&A with the director.

Watch the trailer

Synopsis

Sofia, 20, lives with her parents in Casablanca. Suffering from pregnancy denial, she finds herself breaking the law by giving birth to a baby out of wedlock. The hospital gives her 24 hours to provide them with the identification papers belonging to the father of the child before informing the authorities.

English Subtitles
Director: Meryem Benm’Barek
Written by: Meryem Benm’Barek
Genre: Drama
Run time: 1h 20min

Presented by the NYUAD Film and New Media Program in partnership with Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi and The Arts Center.