Monopoly

Monopoly

2011
22m
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Overview

​"Monopoly" is a 2011 Saudi Arabian short film directed by Bader Alhomoud that delves into the nation's housing crisis through dark comedy. The 22-minute film portrays the struggles of average citizens facing exorbitant land prices and unaffordable housing, highlighting the impact of land monopolization. Featuring insights from economic commentator Essam Al-Zamil, the film underscores the need for policy reforms, such as taxing unused lands, to alleviate the housing shortage. "Monopoly" garnered significant attention upon its release, sparking widespread discussions about housing policies in Saudi Arabia.

Status: Released

Language: AR

Production Information

Production Companies
Half Day Today!
Production Countries
United States of America
Spoken Languages
Arabic

Quick Facts

Original Title مونوبولي
Release Date September 13, 2011
Status Released
Language AR

Cast

Mohammad Al Qahtani
Mohammad Al Qahtani

Himself (a young Saudi man living in a van)

Faisal Al-Ghamdi
Faisal Al-Ghamdi

Himself (member of the group "Azbat Al-Ta'ibeen")​

Essam Al-Zamil
Essam Al-Zamil

Himself (economic expert)

Mohammad Al-Mousa
Mohammad Al-Mousa

Khalid Al-Ruhaim
Khalid Al-Ruhaim

Abdulrahman Al-Tuaimi
Abdulrahman Al-Tuaimi

Nawaf Al-Ghamdi
Nawaf Al-Ghamdi

Key Crew

Bader Al Humoud
Director
Abdulmajeed Al-Kenani
Writer
Bader Al Humoud
Writer

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