Upshot

Maha Haj

DISTRIBUTION

drama

‘Upshot’ embraces the power of the short film in a virtuoso way and is a unique little masterpiece within Palestinian cinema. Using intelligently choreographed shots, this film leaves you speechless.

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Somewhere in the future, on a remote farm, Suleiman and Lubna live quietly, tending their chickens and looking after their olive trees. During dinner, they talk about their five children: Bassel, Oumaya, Hamza, Tarik, and Khaled. One day, a journalist arrives to interview them.

This short film is a textbook example of its genre and, in our eyes, an important exponent of Palestinian cinema. With a simple story and a sober yet powerful visual language, this film makes your world tremble for a moment. Every scene is intelligently choreographed and contributes to a rarely felt emotional impact.

direction: Amel Guellaty
cast: Mohammad Bakri, Amer Hlehel, Areen Omari
duration: 100 min
year: 2025
country: Tunesia
language: Arabic
Subtitles: French, Dutch