Palestine 36
About the event
Director Annemarie Jacir follows multiple characters in Palestine 36 during the Arab revolt in 1936 Palestine, at Lab111 Amsterdam. You see how a female journalist, a villager, and British officials each react to resistance and colonialism in their own way. A film about a piece of history
Palestine 36 is set during the Arab revolt of 1936 in what was then the British Mandate of Palestine. Director Annemarie Jacir weaves several storylines together. You follow a female journalist who writes under a male name, a villager who gets involved in the resistance, and British officials struggling with their role in a colonial system.
Multiple perspectives on resistance and colonialism
By placing the stories of diverse characters side by side, Jacir shows how people make choices in a politically charged situation. The film raises questions about resilience, humanity, and the consequences of colonialism, without centering on a single perspective.
Reception and screening at Lab111 Amsterdam
Palestine 36 received a fifteen-minute standing ovation at the Toronto International Film Festival. The audience response was also remarkably positive during the Dutch premiere at the IFFR. You can see the film at Lab111 in Amsterdam. Are you interested? Use the link for tickets.
