Gaza Ghetto: Portrait of a Palestinian Family
The first documentary feature film produced in Gaza highlights the historical precedents of war, dispossession and military control that influence a family’s daily life in Jabalia Palestinian refugee camp. Intimate scenes — a child is born, a grandmother dies — are intercut with visits to the architects of the Israeli military occupation. Ariel Sharon, Benyamin Beneliezar, and soldiers on patrol candidly discuss their responsibilities.
- Overview
- Crew
Gaza Ghetto: Portrait of a Palestinian Family
- Overview
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
May 29, 1985
Runtime
1h 22m
Genres
Documentary, History
Original Title
Gaza Ghetto: Portrait of a Palestinian Family
Director
Per-Åke Holmquist
Description
The first documentary feature film produced in Gaza highlights the historical precedents of war, dispossession and military control that influence a family’s daily life in Jabalia Palestinian refugee camp. Intimate scenes — a child is born, a grandmother dies — are intercut with visits to the architects of the Israeli military occupation. Ariel Sharon, Benyamin Beneliezar, and soldiers on patrol candidly discuss their responsibilities.
