Yunan
Synopsis
Munir travels to a remote island to contemplate a drastic action. He is haunted by a cryptic parable passed down to him by his mother. In the silence of his isolated island sanctuary, he encounters the enigmatic Valeska and her rough-hewn but loyal son, Karl. Although few words are spoken, simple acts of kindness begin to overcome their mutual distrust. Munir’s heavy burden is gradually eased and his desire for life reignited
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Yunan (2025) - International Trailer with English SubtitlesOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-07-22
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Georges Khabbaz
Munir
Hanna Schygulla
Valeska
Tom Wlaschiha
Karl
Sibel Kekilli
Kamilya (Shepherdess)
Ali Suliman
Yusuf (Shepherd)
Nidal Al-Askhar
Eman (Munir's Mother)
Bernd Gajkowski
Peter
Laura Sophia Landauer
Sarah
Michael Weber
Jens
Lotta Zühlke
Nurse
Achim Amme
Bernhard
Klaus Peeck
Torsten
Felix Metschan
Doctor
Ibrahima Sanogo
Bartender
Laura Khabbaz
Ahlam (Munir's Sister)
Matthias Piepgras
Ferry Operator
Marcus Hanl
Marcus
Hartmut Petersen
Hartmut
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sydney Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ameer Fakher Eldin
- Screenplay & Story
- Norbert Maass, Ameer Fakher Eldin
- Original Score
- Suad Bushnaq
- Original Title
- Yunan
- Country of Origin
- Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Jordan, Palestinian Territory, Qatar
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, German
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Production Studios
- Red Balloon Film, Microclimat Films, Intramovies, Fresco Films, Metafora Production, Tabi360, Les Films du Veyrier
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ameer Fakher Eldin
Norbert Maass, Ameer Fakher Eldin
Suad Bushnaq
Ronald Plante
Ameer Fakher Eldin
Dorothe Beinemeier, Marco Valerio Fusco, Jiries Copti, Micaela Fusco, Tony Copti
Department Leadership Roster
Dorothe Beinemeier
Producer
Ameer Fakher Eldin
Writer
Ameer Fakher Eldin
Director
Marco Valerio Fusco
Producer
Jiries Copti
Producer
Ronald Plante
Director of Photography
Ameer Fakher Eldin
Editor
Micaela Fusco
Producer
Tony Copti
Producer
Catherine Chagnon
Producer
Suad Bushnaq
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Self-harm • Sexuality
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Frequently Asked Questions About Yunan
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What is Yunan about?
Munir travels to a remote island to contemplate a drastic action. He is haunted by a cryptic parable passed down to him by his mother. In the silence of his isolated island sanctuary, he encounters the enigmatic Valeska and her rough-hewn but loyal son, Karl. Although few words are spoken, simple acts of kindness begin to overcome their mutual distrust. Munir’s heavy burden is gradually eased and his desire for life reignited
Who directed Yunan?
Yunan was directed by Ameer Fakher Eldin.
Who stars in Yunan?
The principal cast of Yunan includes Georges Khabbaz, Hanna Schygulla, Tom Wlaschiha, Sibel Kekilli, Ali Suliman.
When was Yunan released and how long is it?
Yunan was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 2h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Yunan?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Yunan was composed by Suad Bushnaq.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Yunan?
Yunan holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).