MAD World, the Arab world’s leading international film sales agent, has acquired Sophia, the thriller directed by and starring Dhafer L’Abidine, who also headlines Palestine 36, Palestine’s Oscar entry. Sophia is set for its world premiere on Tuesday at the Marrakech Film Festival, where Palestine 36 will also screen. The film centers on a journey to reconnect a daughter, delivering a tense, character-driven narrative that blends gripping thriller elements with emotional stakes. MAD World’s acquisition underscores its role as a top sales partner for Arab cinema on the global stage, as Sophia joins Marrakech’s festival lineup and highlights L’Abidine’s dual talents as director and lead actor.