Cinema updates: New films by Maryam Touzani and Annemarie Jacir

Recent cinematic releases include Maryam Touzani’s ‘Calle Malaga’ and Annemarie Jacir’s ‘Palestina 36’.

‘Calle Malaga’ follows Maria Angeles, an elderly Spanish woman living in Tangier, Morocco. The story explores her struggle to maintain her independence and home after her daughter attempts to sell her property and move her to a care facility. The film highlights the historical connection between Spain and Morocco, specifically the Spanish community that remained in Tangier following the 1930s.

‘Palestina 36’, directed by Annemarie Jacir, examines the historical roots of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The film focuses on the First Arab Revolt in Palestine, set against the backdrop of the Spanish Civil War. It provides a critical perspective on the British colonial period and the impact of the 1917 Balfour Declaration on the region's destiny.