Summaries

A Palestinian schoolteacher struggles to reconcile his risky commitment to political resistance with the chance of a new relationship with volunteer-worker Lisa and his emotional support for one of his students Adam.

In this gripping drama by Oscar nominated director Farah Nabulsi (The Present), Palestinian schoolteacher Basem (Saleh Bakri) faces personal turmoil after a tragic incident involving his son. He finds solace in a deep bond with his student Adam and British social worker Lisa (Imogen Poots). Meanwhile, an American attorney and his wife push for the return of their son, an Israeli soldier held by a Palestinian resistance group, leading to tensions over a potential prisoner exchange. The intertwining stories highlight themes of empathy and conflict, culminating in a powerful narrative marked by unexpected twists.—Front Row Filmed Entertainment

Details

Keywords
  • hostage
  • teacher
  • written by director
  • binoculars
  • israeli occupation
Genres
  • Thriller
  • Drama
  • War
Release date Dec 16, 2024
Countries of origin United Kingdom Qatar Occupied Palestinian Territory
Language English Arabic
Production companies Cocoon Films Cocoonfilms Native Liberty

Box office

Budget $3000000
Gross worldwide $191037

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 55m
Color Color
Aspect ratio

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