Gaza Calling
Originally released in 2012. Gaza Calling is a documentary film. directed by Nahed Awwad. At just 63 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Samer lives in Ramallah in the West Bank. His family lives in Gaza, one hour away. They have not seen each other for six years. When Mustafa went for a visit to Gaza in 2006, he was 18 years old. He was never allowed to return – his mother Hekmat has been fighting to see him again for seven years now. Two families torn apart. They share the same “crime”: being registered with a Gaza address in their Identity Cards. Under Israeli rule, they are considered “infiltrators” in their own country. Their lives have turned into a permanent struggle. Parents can only talk to their sons on the phone; sisters can only see their brothers on the internet – mothers and their children fighting to be together at last…
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 9, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 3m
63 minutes total
Language
AR
Original language
Country
Palestinian Territory
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaza Calling about?
Samer lives in Ramallah in the West Bank. His family lives in Gaza, one hour away. They have not seen each other for six years. When Mustafa went for a visit to Gaza in 2006, he was 18 years old. ...
Who directed Gaza Calling?
Gaza Calling was directed by Nahed Awwad.
How long is Gaza Calling?
Gaza Calling has a runtime of 1 hours and 3 minutes (63 minutes total).
When was Gaza Calling released?
Gaza Calling was released on December 9, 2012 in theaters.