Film
Monopoly
2011 · 22m · Comedy · Documentary · Drama
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Overview
"Monopoly" is a 2011 Saudi Arabian short film directed by Bader Alhomoud that delves into the nation's housing crisis through dark comedy. The 22-minute film portrays the struggles of average citizens facing exorbitant land prices and unaffordable housing, highlighting the impact of land monopolization. Featuring insights from economic commentator Essam Al-Zamil, the film underscores the need for policy reforms, such as taxing unused lands, to alleviate the housing shortage. "Monopoly" garnered significant attention upon its release, sparking widespread discussions about housing policies in Saudi Arabia.
Cast
Mohammad Al Qahtani
Himself (a young Saudi man living in a van)
Faisal Al-Ghamdi
Himself (member of the group "Azbat Al-Ta'ibeen")
Essam Al-Zamil
Himself (economic expert)
Mohammad Al-Mousa
Khalid Al-Ruhaim
Abdulrahman Al-Tuaimi
Nawaf Al-Ghamdi
Crew
- Bader Al HumoudWriter · Director
- Abdulmajeed Al-KenaniWriter
Details
- Release date
- September 13, 2011
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- Arabic
- Runtime
- 22m
- Genres
- Comedy, Documentary, Drama
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