An Orange from Jaffa
Synopsis
Mohammed, a young Palestinian, embarks on a tense journey to cross an Israeli checkpoint with a temporary Polish residence card. After being turned down by other drivers, Farouk, a well-meaning taxi driver, offers him a ride. However, they soon encounter severe trouble when Israeli soldiers discover Mohammed’s previous failed attempt to cross. The film powerfully captures the oppressive reality of life under occupation and the personal costs involved.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Korca International Short Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mohammed Almughanni
- Screenplay & Story
- Mohammed Almughanni
- Original Score
- Robert Logan
- Original Title
- An Orange from Jaffa
- Country of Origin
- Palestinian Territory, Poland
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, English, Hebrew
- Runtime
- 27m
- Production Studios
- Gaza Films, Studio Filmowe Indeks, Made in Palestine Project
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mohammed Almughanni
Mohammed Almughanni
Robert Logan
Maciej Edelman
Natalia Jachec
Patryk Sielecki, David Frenkel, Marcin Malatyński, Michael Zananiri
Department Leadership Roster
Mohammed Almughanni
Writer
Patryk Sielecki
Producer
Maciej Edelman
Director of Photography
David Frenkel
Producer
Marcin Malatyński
Producer
Mohammed Almughanni
Director
Amer Abu Mattar
Production Design
Natalia Jachec
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About An Orange from Jaffa
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is An Orange from Jaffa about?
Mohammed, a young Palestinian, embarks on a tense journey to cross an Israeli checkpoint with a temporary Polish residence card. After being turned down by other drivers, Farouk, a well-meaning taxi driver, offers him a ride. However, they soon encounter severe trouble when Israeli soldiers discover Mohammed’s previous failed attempt to cross. The film powerfully captures the oppressive reality of life under occupation and the personal costs involved.
Who directed An Orange from Jaffa?
An Orange from Jaffa was directed by Mohammed Almughanni.
Who stars in An Orange from Jaffa?
The principal cast of An Orange from Jaffa includes Samer Bisharat, Kamel El Basha, Diaa Mograby, Ameer Klawe, Khaled Maher.
When was An Orange from Jaffa released and how long is it?
An Orange from Jaffa was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 27m.
Who composed the musical score for An Orange from Jaffa?
The original motion picture soundtrack for An Orange from Jaffa was composed by Robert Logan.
What is the age rating and content advisory for An Orange from Jaffa?
An Orange from Jaffa holds official age classifications: FR: TP.