Chronicles from the Siege
Chronicles from the Siege is a documentary/drama film. directed by Abdallah Al-Khatib.
Starring Nadeem Rimawi, Saja Kilani, and Ahmed Zitouni
Synopsis
Chronicles from the Siege portrays the transformation of residents of a war zone as they face the harsh realities of survival. Through five stories, the film presents moments of humanity, dark humor, and difficult choices. In search of food, Arafat encounters a stranger who offers him a piece of bread, prompting reflection on hunger and despair. Young survivors discover VHS tapes in an abandoned store and are torn between burning them for warmth or preserving the past. Walid's addiction to smoking illustrates the absurd inflation of values under siege. Fares risks his safety to spend a moment of intimacy with his girlfriend amid bombings, while Saleh, a war profiteer, desperately searches for blood to save his wife, who is about to give birth. These chronicles explore the challenging decisions people must make under extreme conditions.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- In Production
- Original Language
- AR
Production Companies
- Blue Train Films
- Issaad Film Productions
- Evidence Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chronicles from the Siege about?
Chronicles from the Siege portrays the transformation of residents of a war zone as they face the harsh realities of survival. Through five stories, the film presents moments of humanity, dark humo...
Who directed Chronicles from the Siege?
Chronicles from the Siege was directed by Abdallah Al-Khatib.
Who are the main actors in Chronicles from the Siege?
The main cast of Chronicles from the Siege includes Nadeem Rimawi, Saja Kilani, Ahmed Zitouni, Kassem Al Khoja, Walid Fedriche.