The Birds Shall Return
Synopsis
The Birds Shall Return is a documentary narrated by grandmothers and third-generation Palestinians from Jordan and the Netherlands. Their intimate testimonies show how passing on stories is an act of resistance; From memories of a paradise within arm’s reach, to the harsh reality of resisting the occupation of their homeland.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nour Alkheder
- Original Score
- Jules Schattenberg
- Original Title
- The Birds Shall Return
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, Dutch
- Runtime
- 27m
- Production Studios
- Nederlandse Filmacademie, HUMAN
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nour Alkheder
Jules Schattenberg
Rick de Beurs
Luc van Baar
Janine Liang, Lot Regoor
Department Leadership Roster
Nour Alkheder
Director
Janine Liang
Producer
Lot Regoor
Producer
Luc van Baar
Editor
Jules Schattenberg
Original Music Composer
Rick de Beurs
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Birds Shall Return
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What is The Birds Shall Return about?
The Birds Shall Return is a documentary narrated by grandmothers and third-generation Palestinians from Jordan and the Netherlands. Their intimate testimonies show how passing on stories is an act of resistance; From memories of a paradise within arm’s reach, to the harsh reality of resisting the occupation of their homeland.
Who directed The Birds Shall Return?
The Birds Shall Return was directed by Nour Alkheder.
Who stars in The Birds Shall Return?
The principal cast of The Birds Shall Return includes Halima al-Dhibah, Eedah Hmedi, Khaled Abd Alhadi, Sakir Khader, Fatima Mahmoud.
When was The Birds Shall Return released and how long is it?
The Birds Shall Return was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 27m.
Who composed the musical score for The Birds Shall Return?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Birds Shall Return was composed by Jules Schattenberg.