Annemarie Jacir
Annemarie Jacir is a celebrated Palestinian filmmaker and director known for her poignant storytelling that explores themes of identity, displacement, and resilience. Born in Bethlehem, she has gained international acclaim for her films, including 'Salt of this Sea' and 'Wajib,' and her latest work, 'Palestine 36,' delves into the historical context of Palestinian life during the British mandate.
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Annemarie Jacir directed the film 'Palestine 36'.
Reaching towards the ineffable with three films about Palestine
Guyana· 2026-02-24
Annemarie Jacir directed the film 'Palestine 36'.
Les films à l’affiche : « Furcy, né libre », « Eleonora Duse », « L’Affaire Bojarski », « Palestine 36 »…
France· 2026-01-14
Annemarie Jacir's film 'Palestine 36' has been shortlisted for the Oscar as Palestine's candidate for 'Best International Film'.
Bir dönem sona erdi! Oscar töreni artık TV'den yayınlanmayacak
Turkey· 2025-12-17Annemarie Jacir's film 'Palestine 36' recounts a pivotal moment for the Palestinian people.
Festival International du Film de Marrakech : une sélection officielle de 82 films représentant 31 pays
Morocco· 2025-11-10
Annemarie Jacir, director of the fine Wajib, marshals the busy production with military efficiency.
‘We don’t want another Ireland on our hands’ – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-10-31
Annemarie Jacir is the president of the documentary jury.
Forte présence tunisienne au 1er Festival international du cinéma de la femme de Gaza – La Presse de Tunisie
Tunisia· 2025-10-23
Annemarie Jacir is the director of 'Palestine 36', which is included in the shortlist of the European Film Awards.
« The Voice of Hind Rajab » dans la shortlist des European Film Awards 2026 – La Presse de TunisieTunisia· 2025-10-17
Annemarie Jacir directed Palestine 36, a historical drama set in 2025.
deux films tunisiens en sélection, Dhafer Labidine à l’affiche d’un film palestinien – La Presse de TunisieTunisia· 2025-09-08
Annemarie Jacir is a longtime festival favourite at TIFF known for powerful stories from her homeland.
This year’s Toronto International Film Festival will screen five films on Palestine - Culture
Pakistan· 2025-09-05
