The Perfect Candidate
Mar 06 2020
•2h 44m
•Drama
A young Saudi doctor campaigns for a seat on the municipal council, finding confidence as she combats prejudice.
Cast
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Mila Alzahrani
Dr. Maryam Alsafan
Nora Al Awadh
Sara
Dae Al Hilali
Selma
Khalid Abdulrhim
Abdulaziz
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