Heat
Synopsis
Climate change disrupts lives and relationships – especially in the Persian Gulf, where temperatures can exceed 50°C and society is divided between the privileged few who can protect themselves, and migrants who have no choice but to endure the heat in order to make ends meet.
Top Cast
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Visions du Réel
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacqueline Zünd
- Original Score
- Marcel Vaid
- Original Title
- Heat
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland
- Release Date
- 20/04/2026
- Spoken Languages
- Swahili, Arabic, English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- real Film GmbH, Lomotion
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacqueline Zünd
Marcel Vaid
Nikolai von Graevenitz
Gion-Reto Killias
Stefan Jung, Louis Mataré
Department Leadership Roster
Jacqueline Zünd
Director
Nikolai von Graevenitz
Director of Photography
Gion-Reto Killias
Editor
Marcel Vaid
Original Music Composer
Stefan Jung
Producer
Louis Mataré
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Heat.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Heat
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Heat about?
Climate change disrupts lives and relationships – especially in the Persian Gulf, where temperatures can exceed 50°C and society is divided between the privileged few who can protect themselves, and migrants who have no choice but to endure the heat in order to make ends meet.
Who directed Heat?
Heat was directed by Jacqueline Zünd.
Who stars in Heat?
The principal cast of Heat includes Sophy Njeri Jagnath, Emma Ramadan, Carina Bouali, Francis N..
When was Heat released and how long is it?
Heat was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Heat?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Heat was composed by Marcel Vaid.