Habibi Hussein
حبيبي حسين
Synopsis
Hussein Darby, the last projectionist of Cinema Jenin in Palestine, thought it a golden opportunity. When a German NGO came to restore the theater, Hussein was ready to prove his skills. He believed that it would help him get his job back. To revive the 50-year-old projector, he travels across the West Bank and even attempts to enter Israel. But he doesn’t know that his era has already passed.
Release History & Theatrical Window
MOOOV Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alex Bakri
- Original Title
- حبيبي حسين
- Country of Origin
- Palestinian Territory, Germany, Saudi Arabia, Sweden
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Odeh Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alex Bakri
Department Leadership Roster
Alex Bakri
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Habibi Hussein.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Habibi Hussein
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Habibi Hussein about?
Hussein Darby, the last projectionist of Cinema Jenin in Palestine, thought it a golden opportunity. When a German NGO came to restore the theater, Hussein was ready to prove his skills. He believed that it would help him get his job back. To revive the 50-year-old projector, he travels across the West Bank and even attempts to enter Israel. But he doesn’t know that his era has already passed.
Who directed Habibi Hussein?
Habibi Hussein was directed by Alex Bakri.
Who stars in Habibi Hussein?
The principal cast of Habibi Hussein includes Not specified.
When was Habibi Hussein released and how long is it?
Habibi Hussein was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.