Featuring some of the worst Orientalist cliches, this British infomercial represents 1960s Saudi Arabia as an exotic land, forgotten by time, in desperate need of Western assistance.
Saudi Arabia "needs help and guidance," the opening lines boldly proclaim.
Highlighting the traditional aspects of the kingdom while underlining the country's newly discovered oil wealth, the video showcases a group of doctors touring the kingdom as they teach local medical professionals how to properly care for patients.
The short film promotes a rapid succession of stereotypical and sometimes contradictory ideas: They're rich! They're dirty! It's hot! They're poor! They're backwards! They're modern! They need our help!
If you can stomach it, sit back and try not to puke at the ridiculousness as you watch, there's at least some nice vintage video of 1960s Saudi Arabia.