Annemarie Jacir directs ‘Palestine 36’ historical drama

The historical drama ‘Palestine 36’, directed by Annemarie Jacir, explores the 1936 Arab revolt against the British Mandate. The film utilizes a combination of historical reconstruction and digitally colorized archival footage to depict the period when Palestinian farmers led a significant uprising against colonial rule.

Originally scheduled to begin filming in October 2023, the production faced major disruptions due to the outbreak of conflict in the region. Despite these challenges, the film represents a significant undertaking for Palestinian cinema, involving international co-productions from the United Kingdom, France, Denmark, Norway, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan. The cast includes actors such as Jeremy Irons and Liam Cunningham.