Citizen Osama
المواطن أسامة
Synopsis
In besieged northern Gaza, Osama, a former artistic photographer turned war documentarian, struggles to protect his wife and newborn while capturing devastation around him. Amid hunger, loss, and trauma, he persists, driven by duty and hope, offering a raw, intimate portrait of resilience and humanity in wartime.
Top Cast
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Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ahmed Hassouna
- Screenplay & Story
- Ahmed Hassouna
- Original Score
- Rasmus Steen
- Original Title
- المواطن أسامة
- Country of Origin
- Palestinian Territory, France, Qatar
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
- Production Studios
- Coorigines Production, Filcam Media Production, Masharawi Fund for Films and Filmmakers in Gaza
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ahmed Hassouna
Ahmed Hassouna
Rasmus Steen
Denis Le Paven
Laura Nikolov, Rashid Masharawi, Ahmed Hassouna
Department Leadership Roster
Ahmed Hassouna
Director
Ahmed Hassouna
Writer
Laura Nikolov
Producer
Rasmus Steen
Original Music Composer
Denis Le Paven
Editor
Rashid Masharawi
Producer
Ahmed Hassouna
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Citizen Osama.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Citizen Osama
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Citizen Osama about?
In besieged northern Gaza, Osama, a former artistic photographer turned war documentarian, struggles to protect his wife and newborn while capturing devastation around him. Amid hunger, loss, and trauma, he persists, driven by duty and hope, offering a raw, intimate portrait of resilience and humanity in wartime.
Who directed Citizen Osama?
Citizen Osama was directed by Ahmed Hassouna.
Who stars in Citizen Osama?
The principal cast of Citizen Osama includes Osama Al-Ashi.
When was Citizen Osama released and how long is it?
Citizen Osama was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 9m.
Who composed the musical score for Citizen Osama?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Citizen Osama was composed by Rasmus Steen.