Close Your Eyes Hind
"Is it true that children become birds in heaven when they die?"
Released just last year. Close Your Eyes Hind is a drama/war film. directed by Amir Zaza. At just 32 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Patel Akkad, Mohamad Akkad, and Raghad Shannon
Synopsis
In the midst of the war in Gaza, 5-year-old Hind Rajab and her family seek safety. To escape reality, they dance to loud music in the car. Their flight is abruptly stopped by an Israeli tank that opens fire without warning. Trapped in the car, surrounded by tanks, the girls try to hold on. They comfort each other and dream out loud about a future that seems increasingly distant. They keep in touch with the emergency services, who promise to rescue them as soon as the army gives permission. What began as a search for safety ends in a tragedy that exposes the core of the war.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 18, 2025
7 months ago
Runtime
0h 32m
32 minutes total
User Rating
9.5/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Budget
$30.2K
Production budget
Language
AR
Original language
Country
Netherlands
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
- Budget
- $30,160
Production Companies
- MATTAR Productions
- Oxfam Novib (Netherlands)
- The Rights Forum
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Close Your Eyes Hind about?
In the midst of the war in Gaza, 5-year-old Hind Rajab and her family seek safety. To escape reality, they dance to loud music in the car. Their flight is abruptly stopped by an Israeli tank that o...
Who directed Close Your Eyes Hind?
Close Your Eyes Hind was directed by Amir Zaza.
How long is Close Your Eyes Hind?
Close Your Eyes Hind has a runtime of 0 hours and 32 minutes (32 minutes total).
When was Close Your Eyes Hind released?
Close Your Eyes Hind was released on June 18, 2025 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Close Your Eyes Hind?
The main cast of Close Your Eyes Hind includes Patel Akkad, Mohamad Akkad, Raghad Shannon, Sundus Albashash, Khalid Slayman.