Question 1

Why did the director have to direct street scenes from inside a van?

Accepted Answer

Due to restrictions on women in Saudi Arabia, Haifaa Al-Mansour couldn't interact with her mostly male crew, so she directed from a van using a monitor and walkie-talkie.

Question 2

What makes Wadjda historically significant in Saudi cinema?

Accepted Answer

It was the first feature-length film shot entirely in Saudi Arabia, the first by a female Saudi director, and Saudi Arabia's first official Oscar submission for Best Foreign Language Film.

Question 3

What was Haifaa Al-Mansour's role in creating Wadjda?

Accepted Answer

Haifaa Al-Mansour served as both director and writer of Wadjda, which was also her directorial film debut.

Question 4

Which major film festivals featured Wadjda?

Accepted Answer

The film was shown at festivals including Venice Film Festival, Telluride Film Festival, BFI London Film Festival, Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, and Göteborg Film Festival.

Question 5

How does the main character plan to buy the green bicycle she wants?

Accepted Answer

Wadjda signs up for her school's Quran recitation competition to raise the remaining funds needed to purchase the bicycle that has captured her interest.

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