Sabaya
Synopsis
With just a mobile phone and a gun, Mahmud, Ziyad and their group risk their lives trying to save Yazidi women and girls being held by ISIS as Sabaya (abducted sex slaves) in the most dangerous camp in the Middle East, Al-Hol in Syria.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Sabaya - Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-07-22
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hogir Hirori
- Screenplay & Story
- Lorin Ibrahim, Hogir Hirori
- Original Score
- Mohammed Zaki
- Original Title
- Sabaya
- Country of Origin
- Sweden
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, Kurdish
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Lolav Media, Ginestra Film, MTV Documentary Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hogir Hirori
Lorin Ibrahim, Hogir Hirori
Mohammed Zaki
Hogir Hirori
Hogir Hirori
Antonio Russo Merenda, Hogir Hirori
Department Leadership Roster
Antonio Russo Merenda
Producer
Hogir Hirori
Writer
Hogir Hirori
Director
Hogir Hirori
Producer
Hogir Hirori
Editor
Mohammed Zaki
Original Music Composer
Hogir Hirori
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sabaya
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Sabaya about?
With just a mobile phone and a gun, Mahmud, Ziyad and their group risk their lives trying to save Yazidi women and girls being held by ISIS as Sabaya (abducted sex slaves) in the most dangerous camp in the Middle East, Al-Hol in Syria.
Who directed Sabaya?
Sabaya was directed by Hogir Hirori.
Who stars in Sabaya?
The principal cast of Sabaya includes Mahmoud Resho, Shejk Ziyad, Zahra, Siham, Shadi.
When was Sabaya released and how long is it?
Sabaya was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Sabaya?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sabaya was composed by Mohammed Zaki.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Sabaya?
Sabaya holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).