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ROOF KNOCKING

( 2017 )
Special Presentations, Window on Palestine |
 
Portugal
,
United Kingdom
,
Mexico
,
Estonia
 |
 Arabic |
 12 min

About the film

This gripping short film provides insight into the complex reality in Gaza, where Israeli attacks on civilians are both frequent and paradoxical. It prompts viewers to contemplate the value of preservation when one's cultural and emotional context is consistently under the threat of obliteration.

Director

Sina Salimi

Sima Salimi, is a filmmaker and screenwriter. He has been a student at Kino Eyes (European Movie Master). With “Roof Knocking” he has participated in several international festivals.

Producer

Sergio Salazar

Production Company

Screenplay

Lucas Abrahão

Cinematography

Francesco Crivaro

Editing

Ahmed Abdelrazek

Sound

Indrek Soe

Cast

Ahmed Abdelrazek, Sameera Asir, Leila Ziyad, Alaa Zubaydi

Contacts

Producer

Sergio Salazar

Production Company

Screenplay

Lucas Abrahão

Cinematography

Francesco Crivaro

Editing

Ahmed Abdelrazek

Sound

Indrek Soe

Cast

Ahmed Abdelrazek, Sameera Asir, Leila Ziyad, Alaa Zubaydi

Contacts

More About Film

In the midst of its recurrent assaults on Palestine, Israel has implemented a unique strategy known as “roof knocking.” This approach involves the Israeli army issuing warnings to residents just before launching airstrikes on civilian areas, prompting them to evacuate. Our protagonist, engrossed in preparing the Ramadan evening meal for her family, receives such a call. The ensuing harrowing moments thrust her into another tragic predicament, compelling her to confront an impossible choice.

Producer

Sergio Salazar

Screenplay

Lucas Abrahão

Cinematography

Francesco Crivaro

Editing

Ahmed Abdelrazek

Sound

Indrek Soe

Cast

Ahmed Abdelrazek, Sameera Asir, Leila Ziyad, Alaa Zubaydi

More About Film

In the midst of its recurrent assaults on Palestine, Israel has implemented a unique strategy known as "roof knocking." This approach involves the Israeli army issuing warnings to residents just before launching airstrikes on civilian areas, prompting them to evacuate. Our protagonist, engrossed in preparing the Ramadan evening meal for her family, receives such a call. The ensuing harrowing moments thrust her into another tragic predicament, compelling her to confront an impossible choice.