CinemaNA: My Driver And I - Ahd Kamel

Some friendships are made on the playground, others in coffee shops… and then there’s the one between a rebellious Saudi teen and her Sudanese driver. Buckle up—this isn’t your average coming-of-age story.

More Than Just a Ride

Set in the 80s and 90s Jeddah, My Driver and I follows Salma, a young girl born into privilege but also bound by family rules, and Gamar, a young Sudanese man working miles away from his own family. What starts as a simple “drive me here, drive me there” arrangement soon turns into an unshakable bond that redefines family, loyalty, and independence.

Why You’ll Love It

This isn’t just about driving lessons—it’s about life lessons. Gamar isn’t simply behind the wheel; he’s steering Salma toward her own self-discovery. And when Salma realizes (possibly too late) that her driver was actually her best friend, you’ll be clutching your heart like it just ran a marathon.

Bonus: Stick around after the screening for a live conversation with the brilliant Saudi filmmaker Ahd Kamel—because who better to unpack this story than the one who crafted it?

📅 Date: Tuesday, 04 Nov
⏰ Time: 7 PM
💸 Price: From AED 15
📍 Location: The Blue Hall, The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi