Step into the profound narrative of "When the Olive Trees Weep," a compelling documentary by New Watermelon Productions that offers a searing window into the struggles and resilience of the Palestinian people under Israeli occupation. This film dives deep into themes of loss, trauma, and the quest for justice, weaving together the personal stories of individuals like Palestinian journalist and therapist Ashira Darwish, grassroots activist Ahed Tamimi, and Israeli journalist Amira Hass.

In addition, "When the Olive Trees Weep" captures the transformative trauma-healing work of Dr. Gabor Maté with a group of Palestinian women. Against ancient landscapes scarred by ancestral land confiscation, expulsions, and home demolitions, the film portrays the stark realities of deprivation and the denial of basic human rights.

Yet, amidst these hardships, the documentary reveals the enduring resilience of the Palestinian people, rooted deeply in their history and culture. It confronts the profound question of why oppression persists with such ruthless blindness.

Join us at Dhameer for an evening of cinematic enlightenment and solidarity. This screening is not just an opportunity to witness powerful storytelling and breathtaking landscapes; it's a call to action, urging us to reflect on our roles in advocating for justice and human rights. "When the Olive Trees Weep" promises to provoke thought, inspire empathy, and ignite a passion for change. Together, let's amplify the voices of those who have been silenced and stand in solidarity with Palestine's journey towards liberation and peace.

Dhameer Bahrain

Where Olive Trees Weep

Maral Quttieneh

Zaya Benazzo

Maurizio Benazzo

Ashira Darwish

Finley MacNeil

Caroline Campbell

Nickoloz Kachibaia

Yasen Stoev

Where Olive Trees Weep offers a searing window into the struggles and resilience of the Palestinian people under Israeli occupation. It explores themes of loss, trauma, and the quest for justice. We follow, among others, Palestinian journalist and therapist Ashira Darwish, grassroots activist Ahed Tamimi, and Israeli journalist Amira Hass. We witness Dr. Gabor Maté offering trauma-healing work for a group of women who have been tortured in Israeli prisons. Ancient landscapes bear deep scars, having witnessed the brutal reality of ancestral land confiscation, expulsions, imprisonment, home demolitions, water deprivation, and denial of basic human rights. Yet, through the veil of oppression, we catch a glimpse of resilience—deep roots that have carried the Palestinian people through decades of darkness and shattered lives. This emotional journey bares the humanity of the oppressed while grappling with the question: what makes the oppressor so ruthlessly blind to its own cruelty?

Documentary

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