The Cruel Sea

The Cruel Sea tells the story of a crippled pearl diver who forbids his son Mussaid from following in his footsteps. Set in a period when fishing was the primary livelihood in Kuwait, the film provides a unique look at the culture and challenges faced by Arabic men in that era.

The runtime of 106 minutes allows for an in-depth exploration of the characters and their lives, placing viewers in a historical context that is rarely depicted in cinema. With a strong cast including Saad Al-Faraj, Hayat Al-Fahad, and Mohammed Al-Mansour, the film captures the essence of a time before the oil boom transformed the nation.