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Sahar’s Wedding

Directed by Hanna Musleh

1991 – 46'

Synopsis

The chronicle of a wedding in a village in Palestine under Israeli occupation at the time of the first Intifada, this film looks at the lives of the bride and groom, and their families. Attitudes toward marriage, the role of women and politics are undergoing great changes, and, despite the military presence, there is hope for the future.

RAI FILM Festival 2025

The next RAI FILM Festival will take place in person from 27-30 March 2025 at the Watershed Cinema and the Arnolfini International Centre for Contemporary Arts in Bristol (UK) and online throughout the month of April 2025.