Falasteen on Screen. Life is Beautiful: A Letter to Gaza (الحياة حلوة) Screening at the Michigan Theater
1 hr 30 min, directed by Mohamed Jabaly
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
7:00-9:00 PM
Off Campus Location
Documentary | 1hr 30 min | Mohamad Jabaly | 2024
Palestinian director Mohamed Jabaly visits Tromsø for a film festival. When Gaza's borders close, he finds himself unexpectedly stranded in Arctic Norway. Little does he know that it will be seven years before he can return to his family.
This screening is a part of the Falasteen on Screen Film Festival, brought to you by Marquee Arts, Islamic Studies, Center for Middle Eastern and North African Studies, Middle East Studies, Arab and Muslim American Studies, Department of Anthropology, Digital Islamic Studies Curriculum, the International Institute, Program in International and Comparative Studies, Department of Film, Television, & Media, Imagine Fitness and Yoga, Palestine Aid Society of America.
The festival highlights the work of Palestinian filmmakers and serves as a platform for educating audiences about the history, culture, and experiences of Palestinians. Our goal is to provide a deeper understanding of life under occupation through compelling narratives that span past and present. The festival will take place in person at both the Michigan and State Theaters in Ann Arbor.
2025 Falasteen on Screen Film Lineup:
February 17th: Double Feature of Short Films from Gaza: Ahmad Alive & Bisan
February 26th: Life is Beautiful, A Letter to Gaza
March 23rd: Lyd – Q&A with the filmmaker & U-M alumna, Mekarem Eljamal
More info: https://marquee-arts.org/FILM-SERIES/
If there is anything we can do to make this event accessible to you, please contact islamicstudies@umich.edu. Please be aware that advance notice is necessary as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange.
Palestinian director Mohamed Jabaly visits Tromsø for a film festival. When Gaza's borders close, he finds himself unexpectedly stranded in Arctic Norway. Little does he know that it will be seven years before he can return to his family.
This screening is a part of the Falasteen on Screen Film Festival, brought to you by Marquee Arts, Islamic Studies, Center for Middle Eastern and North African Studies, Middle East Studies, Arab and Muslim American Studies, Department of Anthropology, Digital Islamic Studies Curriculum, the International Institute, Program in International and Comparative Studies, Department of Film, Television, & Media, Imagine Fitness and Yoga, Palestine Aid Society of America.
The festival highlights the work of Palestinian filmmakers and serves as a platform for educating audiences about the history, culture, and experiences of Palestinians. Our goal is to provide a deeper understanding of life under occupation through compelling narratives that span past and present. The festival will take place in person at both the Michigan and State Theaters in Ann Arbor.
2025 Falasteen on Screen Film Lineup:
February 17th: Double Feature of Short Films from Gaza: Ahmad Alive & Bisan
February 26th: Life is Beautiful, A Letter to Gaza
March 23rd: Lyd – Q&A with the filmmaker & U-M alumna, Mekarem Eljamal
More info: https://marquee-arts.org/FILM-SERIES/
If there is anything we can do to make this event accessible to you, please contact islamicstudies@umich.edu. Please be aware that advance notice is necessary as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange.
| Building: | Off Campus Location |
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| Location: | Michigan Theater, 603 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 |
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| Event Type: | Film Screening |
| Tags: | Film, Global Islamic Studies, Middle East Studies |
| Source: | Happening @ Michigan from Global Islamic Studies Center, Department of Middle East Studies, International Institute, Department of Film, Television, and Media, Center for Middle Eastern and North African Studies, Program in International and Comparative Studies, Department of Anthropology, Arab and Muslim American Studies (AMAS) |
