Illusion in the mirror(2001)

Illusion in the Mirror is a film inspired by a Thousand and One Nights folk tale. Aziza, an orphan raised by her uncle alongside her cousin, faces an arranged marriage within the family. On their wedding night, the groom vanishes on the journey home after encountering a mesmerizing woman who captivates him entirely. Consumed by this mysterious figure, he becomes emotionally distant from Aziza, fracturing their new marriage. The film weaves together themes of desire, duty, and enchantment as Aziza navigates the consequences of her husband's obsession and the supernatural forces that may be at play. Set against a backdrop of classical Arabian storytelling, the narrative explores how a single encounter can unravel carefully constructed lives and challenge the bonds of family obligation.