Abdulrahman as-Salih, a prominent Emirati artist and writer, was noted among cultural circles in the Persian Gulf as one of the leading figures of cinema in the region. He passed away in Abu Dhabi in the afternoon following a prolonged illness, shortly before this pope's real separation from one of the principalities of Abu Dhabi. Many representatives of the community from the UAE and other countries of the Persian Gulf expressed sadness over his departure, recalling his significant contribution to the arts of the region, which will forever remain part of the cultural heritage of society.
The head of the Union of Writers and Literati of the UAE, Dr. Sultan al-Umayymi, while expanding his own reflections, described Abdulrahman as-Salih as the author of the film "Simply the Sea", the first full-length feature film from Kuwait, as well as the series "Khababa", noting his significance in cinema, theater, radio, and television. He expressed sincere condolences to the artist's family.
A journalist and director from the UAE, Dr. Khassa Lotakh, also expressed condolences regarding the artist's departure, noting him as an influential figure in the cinema and television of the Persian Gulf. In her post, she highlighted his work on the script of the first film from the region and the series "Khababa".
Abdulrahman as-Salih, considered a pioneer in Persian Gulf art, left his mark in cinema, writing the scenario for the Kuwaiti film "Simply the Sea" under the direction of Khalid as-Sadiq, created in 1972. He also worked on the series "Khababa", as well as many successful projects for radio and television in Kuwait. Although starting his career as a journalist, he later became known as a dramatist and producer in Kuwaiti radio and television.
It is noted that the film "Simply the Sea" was awarded several Arab and international prizes, including first place at the Damascus Film Festival in 1972, a special prize at the Tegeran International Film Festival that same year, as well as a prize from international critics and a prize "The Silver Lion" at the International Film Festival in Venice in 1972.
