Palm Tree in Gaza
Drama. Israel.
10 min. 2024.
Director & Writer: Tamara Abu Jama
DOP: Amit Chachamov
Line Producer: Nava Yaari
Editor: Rana Abu Fraiha-Asyag
Orignal Music: Dany Zernitsky
Sound Designer & Mix: Dany Zernitsky
Producers: Ronen Machlis-Balzam, Hila Guy
Cast: Tahani Al Bhloul, Sham Yousef, Muhamad Abu Jama
Production Company: Metaphor Ltd.
Supported by
Negev Film Fund, Israel Lottery Council for Culture & Arts, Gesher Multicultural Film Fund
Tehani lives in Israel, and Amira lives in Gaza. The two sisters grew up together but became separated over time. During the war, Tehani takes shelter in her home in Rahat, while Amira fights for survival in devastated Gaza. Throughout the film, the sisters talk on the phone, trying to comfort each other, reminiscing about their happy childhood amidst the bombings.
