Description
As Palestinian villages rise against British colonial rule, Yusuf moves between his rural home and the restless streets of Jerusalem, caught in escalating unrest and a decisive moment for the future of the region.
Written and directed by acclaimed Palestinian filmmaker Annemarie Jacir, Palestine 36 chronicles the lives of farmers, workers, revolutionaries and business owners as resistance grows under British mandatory control. Starring Hiam Abbass, Saleh Bakri and Jeremy Irons, this sweeping historical drama brings a pivotal chapter of Palestinian history vividly to the screen, from a Palestinian perspective.
Selected as Palestine’s official submission for Best International Feature Film at the 2026 Academy Awards, Palestine 36 is a powerful and timely exploration of colonial rule, community and resistance, illuminating the historical forces that continue to resonate today.
A gripping story of lives transformed at a historical turning point.
Arabic and English with English subtitles.
Runtime: 120 minutes.
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