Black Friday
Synopsis
Black Friday presents a hypnotic rendering of two large shopping malls in Doha that become a sacred sanctuary where the two protagonists, the artist and her sister, both wearing abayas, walk up and down endless escalators, in a sort of relentless procession inside immense empty and opulent marble-clad spaces. The title of the work refers to the Americanization of local customs: Black Friday, a day of unbridled shopping, is now widespread around the world. The final scene depicts the two women exhausted, stretched out on the sumptuous marble floor, representing the despair of mass consumerism.
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 14, 2016
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sophia Al-Maria
- Original Title
- Black Friday
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 16m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sophia Al-Maria
Department Leadership Roster
Sophia Al-Maria
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Black Friday.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Friday
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Black Friday about?
Black Friday presents a hypnotic rendering of two large shopping malls in Doha that become a sacred sanctuary where the two protagonists, the artist and her sister, both wearing abayas, walk up and down endless escalators, in a sort of relentless procession inside immense empty and opulent marble-clad spaces. The title of the work refers to the Americanization of local customs: Black Friday, a day of unbridled shopping, is now widespread around the world. The final scene depicts the two women exhausted, stretched out on the sumptuous marble floor, representing the despair of mass consumerism.
Who directed Black Friday?
Black Friday was directed by Sophia Al-Maria.
Who stars in Black Friday?
The principal cast of Black Friday includes Not specified.
When was Black Friday released and how long is it?
Black Friday was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 16m.