Tuk-tuk

Spoken: Arabic. Subtitles: English.

After her husband abandoned her and illegally fled the country, Walaa’s only way to secure income for her family is to drive a tuk-tuk, an occupation traditionally occupied by men. At the risk of being ridiculed, harassed and rejected, while drowning in debt, she embarks on a journey where she will need to fight. Based on a true story.

Nice to know: Walaa is portrayed by Miss Egypt 2009 Elham Wagdi.

Nominated for YAFMA 2021.