Sink (film)
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| Directed by | Zain Duraie |
| Written by | Zain Duraie |
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| Cinematography | Farouk Laaridh |
| Edited by | Abdallah Sada |
| Music by | Ted Regklis |
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Running time | 88 minutes |
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| Language | Arabic |
Sink is a 2025 internationally co-produced drama film written and directed by Zain Duraie. It stars Clara Khoury, Mohammed Nizar and Wissam Tobeileh.
It had its world premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival on 7 September 2025.
Premise
A mother refuses to accept her son's deteriorating mental health, clinging to the belief he only needs direction, as crisis awaits.
Cast
- Clara Khoury as Nadia
- Mohammed Nizar as Basil
- Wissam Tobeileh
Production
In December 2022, it was announced Zain Duraie would direct the film, receiving support from The Royal Film Commission - Jordan and Malmö Arab Film Fund.[1] It additionally received support from Arab Fund for Arts and Culture and Doha Film Institute.[2][3] Principal photography concluded by November 2024.[4]
Release
It had its world premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival on 7 September 2025.[5] It also screened at the 2025 BFI London Film Festival on 16 October 2025.[6][7]
References
- ^ Dale, Martin (9 December 2022). "Dubai-Based Creative Media Solutions Lines Up 'Montreal' and 'Sink'". Variety. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
- ^ "Sink". Arab Fund for Arts and Culture. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
- ^ "Zain Duraie". Berlinale Talents. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
- ^ Shedad, Mona (7 December 2024). "Arab Stars of Tomorrow 2024: Zain Duraie, writer/director (Jordan)". Screen International. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
- ^ Ntim, Zac (23 July 2025). "TIFF 2025: 'The Man In My Basement' Starring Corey Hawkins & Willem Dafoe Among Discovery Titles". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
- ^ "Sink". BFI London Film Festival. Retrieved 4 September 2025.
- ^ Tabbara, Mona (3 September 2025). "BFI London Film Festival unveils 2025 line-up". Screen International. Retrieved 4 September 2025.