The dates have been announced for the release of the UAE-made first full-length animation feature film.
Industry insiders at Cannes Film Festival were among the first to find out that Bilal: A New Breed of Hero' will be released in cinemas on September 8, 2016.
Ayman Jamal, the producer and director of Bilal, and founder of Barajoun Entertainment, the film's animation studio says: "Releasing the official launch date of Bilal during Cannes Film Festival felt like a natural stage with its cinematic heritage and reputation. We are extremely proud of the quality of animation and story-telling, unheard of being produced in the Middle East."
The story reimagines the life of Bilal Ibn Rabah, a famous hero from the time of the birth of Islam who goes from braving oppression to becoming a noble leader and an inspiration to generations. It is a story of faith, hope and self-discovery that has already been awarded glowing accolades from international industry commentators including Variety and The Hollywood Reporter.
* aseaman@thenational.ae
