Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me
Synopsis
After his recovery, middle-aged Hamza has continued a practice he began 20 years ago when he was freed from an Israeli prison: he goes into the woods every day to chase the lion that the locals don’t think exists. Hamza struggles to reach a peaceful place. Despite his wife’s pleadings and the villagers’ contempt, Hamza sits his baits and traps in the forest, hoping to defeat the mysterious threat. He finds refuge in his journey from social rejection and denial. In the woods, Hamza is free to act according to his beliefs, fighting his own battle to heal an open wound – the trauma of losing his childhood friend, and the horrific memories of torture and guilt.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cairo International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ward Kayyal
- Screenplay & Story
- Majd Kayyal
- Original Title
- Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me
- Country of Origin
- Palestinian Territory
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- Hiba Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ward Kayyal
Majd Kayyal
Ashraf Dowani
Saed Andoni
Hiba Salameh
Department Leadership Roster
Hiba Salameh
Producer
Majd Kayyal
Screenplay
Saed Andoni
Editor
Ward Kayyal
Director
Ashraf Dowani
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me about?
After his recovery, middle-aged Hamza has continued a practice he began 20 years ago when he was freed from an Israeli prison: he goes into the woods every day to chase the lion that the locals don’t think exists. Hamza struggles to reach a peaceful place. Despite his wife’s pleadings and the villagers’ contempt, Hamza sits his baits and traps in the forest, hoping to defeat the mysterious threat. He finds refuge in his journey from social rejection and denial. In the woods, Hamza is free to act according to his beliefs, fighting his own battle to heal an open wound – the trauma of losing his childhood friend, and the horrific memories of torture and guilt.
Who directed Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me?
Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me was directed by Ward Kayyal.
Who stars in Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me?
The principal cast of Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me includes Kamel El Basha, Ruba Bilal, Motaz Malhees, Khoulod Tannous.
When was Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me released and how long is it?
Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 18m.