Saudi director Jamal Kutbi’s realistic depiction of the life of Bahraini composer Khaled El-Sheikh
JEDDAH: A Saudi film director has captivated audiences with his portrayal of Bahraini composer Khaled El-Sheikh’s luminous and unconventional career.
“Khaled El-Sheikh Between Two Fires, Art and Politics” had its international premiere on Dec. 2 during the third Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah.
El-Sheikh, a Bahraini composer known for his pioneering musical styles and defiance of societal norms in the Gulf region,…


