The Sea
הים البحر
Synopsis
Khaled (12), a Palestinian boy is on his way to visit the sea for the first time in his life, at the checkpoint, the Israeli authorities deny his entry. Determined, Khaled sneaks into Israel and embarks on a dangerous journey to the sea. Meanwhile, Ribhi, his father, is trying to trace his whereabouts, putting himself at risk of being arrested and losing his job.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Jewish International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Shai Carmeli-Pollak
- Screenplay & Story
- Shai Carmeli-Pollak
- Original Title
- הים البحر
- Country of Origin
- Israel, Palestinian Territory
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, Hebrew
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Majdal Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shai Carmeli-Pollak
Shai Carmeli-Pollak
Baher Agbariya
Department Leadership Roster
Shai Carmeli-Pollak
Director
Shai Carmeli-Pollak
Writer
Baher Agbariya
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sea
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What is The Sea about?
Khaled (12), a Palestinian boy is on his way to visit the sea for the first time in his life, at the checkpoint, the Israeli authorities deny his entry. Determined, Khaled sneaks into Israel and embarks on a dangerous journey to the sea. Meanwhile, Ribhi, his father, is trying to trace his whereabouts, putting himself at risk of being arrested and losing his job.
Who directed The Sea?
The Sea was directed by Shai Carmeli-Pollak.
Who stars in The Sea?
The principal cast of The Sea includes Khalifa Natour, Muhammad Gazawi, Marlene Bajali, Hila Sorjon-Fisher, Gabriel Horn.
When was The Sea released and how long is it?
The Sea was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.