A Childhood
Synopsis
A Childhood is a hybrid documentary that traces the lives of Palestinian children growing up under Israeli occupation, where play, imagination, and safety are constantly interrupted by systems of control. Structured around the universal stages of human development—infancy, early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence—the film reveals what these phases become under apartheid: when curiosity is met with suspicion, and innocence is treated as defiance. Using testimonies and footage gathered before Israel’s current genocide in Gaza, A Childhood makes clear that nothing began on October 7, 2023. What the world now sees is the continuation of a system built to dominate and erase.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Scandar Copti
- Original Title
- A Childhood
- Country of Origin
- Palestinian Territory, France, Denmark
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- Fresco Films, Tessalit Productions, Senorita Films, Toolbox Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Scandar Copti
Tony Copti, Jiries Copti
Department Leadership Roster
Scandar Copti
Director
Tony Copti
Producer
Jiries Copti
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for A Childhood.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Childhood
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Childhood about?
A Childhood is a hybrid documentary that traces the lives of Palestinian children growing up under Israeli occupation, where play, imagination, and safety are constantly interrupted by systems of control. Structured around the universal stages of human development—infancy, early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence—the film reveals what these phases become under apartheid: when curiosity is met with suspicion, and innocence is treated as defiance. Using testimonies and footage gathered before Israel’s current genocide in Gaza, A Childhood makes clear that nothing began on October 7, 2023. What the world now sees is the continuation of a system built to dominate and erase.
Who directed A Childhood?
A Childhood was directed by Scandar Copti.
Who stars in A Childhood?
The principal cast of A Childhood includes Not specified.
When was A Childhood released and how long is it?
A Childhood was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of Unknown.