The Needle
الإبرة
Synopsis
A Tunisian couple, Dali and Mariem, welcomes their first child, only to discover the baby is intersex, with biological sex characteristics that do not fit typical male or female definitions. Confronted with societal pressure, family expectations, and their own uncertainties, they struggle to navigate the stigma and challenges imposed by rigid gender norms. As they grapple with decisions about identity, acceptance, and the future, the family’s bonds are tested, forcing them to confront deeply ingrained beliefs about gender, society, and parenthood.
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THE NEEDLE - الإبرة de Abdelhamid Bouchnak | Bande-annonce officielle
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-11-26
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Torino Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Abdelhamid Bouchnak
- Screenplay & Story
- Abdelhamid Bouchnak
- Original Title
- الإبرة
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Abdelhamid Bouchnak
Abdelhamid Bouchnak
Hatem Nechi
Abdelhamid Bouchnak
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Abdelhamid Bouchnak
Director
Abdelhamid Bouchnak
Writer
Hatem Nechi
Director of Photography
Abdelhamid Bouchnak
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What is The Needle about?
A Tunisian couple, Dali and Mariem, welcomes their first child, only to discover the baby is intersex, with biological sex characteristics that do not fit typical male or female definitions. Confronted with societal pressure, family expectations, and their own uncertainties, they struggle to navigate the stigma and challenges imposed by rigid gender norms. As they grapple with decisions about identity, acceptance, and the future, the family’s bonds are tested, forcing them to confront deeply ingrained beliefs about gender, society, and parenthood.
Who directed The Needle?
The Needle was directed by Abdelhamid Bouchnak.
Who stars in The Needle?
The principal cast of The Needle includes Fatma Sfar, Bilel Slatnia, Jamel Madani, Sabah Bouzouita, Rym Ayed.
When was The Needle released and how long is it?
The Needle was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 56m.