The Horse of Jenin
““The horse in Arabic is a symbol of freedom. But to us, this horse is much more. This horse is us.””
Synopsis
Built from the debris of a major invasion, the Horse of Jenin sculpture became a constant presence in Alaa’s life growing up in Occupied Palestine. It stood proudly in the center of the city for twenty years, symbolizing hope and resistance. Then, on October 29, 2023, an Israeli bulldozer entered the city, ripping the sculpture from its place — and from its people. Now, Alaa is left wondering… What happened to the horse? Fresh from an acclaimed run at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe Festival and combining storytelling, mask, and stand-up comedy, The Horse of Jenin is constructed from the fragments of Palestinian actor and comedian Alaa Shehada’s own memories and stands as an ode to the power of imagination and the resilience it brings.
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The Horse of Jenin - Troupe Courage - by Alaa Shehada - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-10-11
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- Director
- Katrien van Beurden, Thomas van Ouwerkerk
- Screenplay & Story
- Alaa Shehada
- Original Title
- The Horse of Jenin
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- 55B Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Katrien van Beurden, Thomas van Ouwerkerk
Alaa Shehada
Department Leadership Roster
Katrien van Beurden
Director
Thomas van Ouwerkerk
Director
Alaa Shehada
Writer
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What is The Horse of Jenin about?
Built from the debris of a major invasion, the Horse of Jenin sculpture became a constant presence in Alaa’s life growing up in Occupied Palestine. It stood proudly in the center of the city for twenty years, symbolizing hope and resistance. Then, on October 29, 2023, an Israeli bulldozer entered the city, ripping the sculpture from its place — and from its people. Now, Alaa is left wondering… What happened to the horse? Fresh from an acclaimed run at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe Festival and combining storytelling, mask, and stand-up comedy, The Horse of Jenin is constructed from the fragments of Palestinian actor and comedian Alaa Shehada’s own memories and stands as an ode to the power of imagination and the resilience it brings.
Who directed The Horse of Jenin?
The Horse of Jenin was directed by Katrien van Beurden, Thomas van Ouwerkerk.
Who stars in The Horse of Jenin?
The principal cast of The Horse of Jenin includes Alaa Shehada.
When was The Horse of Jenin released and how long is it?
The Horse of Jenin was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.