Haifa
Synopsis
Haifa, nicknamed after the city of his love and hope, goes around and comes around in a Palestinian refugee camp. Although he is everybody's fool, there are many things that only he knows. He is closely related to the family of Abu Said, a former policeman who gains new hopes from the political developments. Oum Said, his wife, hangs her hope on the imminent release of their eldest son, Said, from jail. She tries to find him a bride to secure things for the future. Their youngest son, Siad, is cynical and rebellious. He refuses to believe things. Sabah, the 12 year old daughter is romancing the future and wants to find out what's in it for her. The different stories are interwoven into a very timely insight into the current Palestinian mind.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Ahmad Abu Sal'oum
Abu Said
Hiam Abbass
Oum Said
Nawal Zaqout
Sabah
Fadi El-Ghoul
Siad
Areen Omari
Samira
Khaled Awad
Abbas
George Ibrahim
Postman
Hussam Abu Eisheh
Barber
Younis Younis
Younis
Mohammad Bakri
Haifa
Mahmoud Qadah
Said
Mariam el Hin
Haifas Aunt
Samer Abu Eisheh
Barbers Son
Osama Masri
TV Repairman
Samyah Bakri
Mother of possible bride 1
Bassam Zuamut
Watermelon Salesman
Karma Zoubi
Mother of possible bride 2
Tareq Qobti
Father of possible bride 2
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rashid Masharawi
- Screenplay & Story
- Rashid Masharawi
- Original Score
- Said Mourad
- Original Title
- Haifa
- Country of Origin
- Palestinian Territory, Germany, Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Ayloul Films, Argus Film Produktie
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rashid Masharawi
Rashid Masharawi
Said Mourad
Ehab Assal, Edwin Verstegen
Areen Omari, Erik Schut, Henri Kuipers, Rashid Masharawi, Ayoub Akhrass
Department Leadership Roster
Rashid Masharawi
Writer
Erik Schut
Producer
Henri Kuipers
Producer
Rashid Masharawi
Producer
Rashid Masharawi
Director
Peter van Vogelpoel
Producer
Said Mourad
Original Music Composer
Ehab Assal
Director of Photography
Edwin Verstegen
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Haifa.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Haifa
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Haifa about?
Haifa, nicknamed after the city of his love and hope, goes around and comes around in a Palestinian refugee camp. Although he is everybody's fool, there are many things that only he knows. He is closely related to the family of Abu Said, a former policeman who gains new hopes from the political developments. Oum Said, his wife, hangs her hope on the imminent release of their eldest son, Said, from jail. She tries to find him a bride to secure things for the future. Their youngest son, Siad, is cynical and rebellious. He refuses to believe things. Sabah, the 12 year old daughter is romancing the future and wants to find out what's in it for her. The different stories are interwoven into a very timely insight into the current Palestinian mind.
Who directed Haifa?
Haifa was directed by Rashid Masharawi.
Who stars in Haifa?
The principal cast of Haifa includes Ahmad Abu Sal'oum, Hiam Abbass, Nawal Zaqout, Fadi El-Ghoul, Areen Omari.
When was Haifa released and how long is it?
Haifa was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for Haifa?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Haifa was composed by Said Mourad.