An Orange From Jaffa
Special Screening - Ajyal Film Festival 2024
Mohammed Almughanni / Palestine / 2023 / 28 min / Unknown / Unknown / In Arabic, English, Hebrew / Arabic, English subtitles
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Rated: 
Mature subject matter. May not be suitable for minors. Individuals under the age of 15 are not admitted into cinemas
Description
Mohammed, a young Palestinian, embarks on a tense journey to cross an Israeli checkpoint with a temporary Polish identity card. After being turned down by other drivers, Farouk, a well-meaning taxi driver, offers him a ride. However, they soon encounter severe trouble when the checkpoint authorities discover Mohammed’s previous failed attempt to cross. The film powerfully captures the oppressive reality of life under occupation and the personal costs involved.
Director
Mohammed Almughanni
Mohammed Almughanni is a Palestinian filmmaker from Gaza, celebrated for his evocative storytelling that blends personal and political narratives. His latest short film, 'An Orange from Jaffa', premiered at the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival in 2024, winning the prestigious International Grand Prix. Almughanni’s films often explore the emotional landscapes of individuals living under occupation, drawing on his own experiences and reflecting the broader Palestinian struggle.
Credits
- Screenwriter
- Mohammed Almughanni
- Cinematographer
- Maciej Edelman
- Editor
- Natalia Jacheć
- Cast
- Samer Bisharat, Kamel El Basha, Nisreen Aljubeh, Ameer Khlawe