LONDON PALESTINE FILM FESTIVAL 2026
NOVEMBER 13 - 27
MEDITERRANEAN FEVER +SCREEN TALK
MAHA HAJ, 2022, 108’
saturday 21 NOVEMBER | 17:40
CURZON SOHO, 99 Shaftesbury Ave, London W1D 5DY
Maha Haj’s dark buddy comedy-drama explores psychological well-being, aspiration and masculinity within an oppressive political framework.
Waleed, a stay-at-home dad living in Haifa, is balancing his dream of being a novelist and his battle with chronic depression. Just as his frustration is settling into writer’s block, Waleed sees light in the unlikeliest of places.
When Jalal, a small-time crook with a big heart, moves in next door, what starts out as a tense introduction, quickly develops into a close friendship. But Waleed has an ulterior motive that leads the two friends into a journey of dark encounters.
Followed by a screen talk with Maha Haj.