Zahra
زهراء
Synopsis
Zahara is a Palestinian woman, from the village of al-Bane in the Galilee. Beginning with her childhood before the 1948 war, this compelling documentary takes us through the country's turbulent history, as seen through the eponymous heroine's eyes, and the perspectives of those around her. As Zahara grows, we experience the violent establishment of Israel, subsequent life under martial law (1948-1966), and the radical transformation of Palestinian society from a majority to a disenfranchised minority in their own homeland.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mohammad Bakri
- Original Title
- زهراء
- Country of Origin
- Palestinian Territory
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mohammad Bakri
Department Leadership Roster
Mohammad Bakri
Director
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for Zahra.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zahra
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What is Zahra about?
Zahara is a Palestinian woman, from the village of al-Bane in the Galilee. Beginning with her childhood before the 1948 war, this compelling documentary takes us through the country's turbulent history, as seen through the eponymous heroine's eyes, and the perspectives of those around her. As Zahara grows, we experience the violent establishment of Israel, subsequent life under martial law (1948-1966), and the radical transformation of Palestinian society from a majority to a disenfranchised minority in their own homeland.
Who directed Zahra?
Zahra was directed by Mohammad Bakri.
Who stars in Zahra?
The principal cast of Zahra includes Not specified.
When was Zahra released and how long is it?
Zahra was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.