10 Mar 2025
23 Oct 2023
Keeping us guessing right up to the end, Haj's anecdotal comedy about depression is a refreshing look at the region's political turmoil with a lovely friendship at its heart.
This Cypriot Co-Production, won the ‘Un Certain Regard - Screenplay Prize’ at the Cannes Film Festival and the ‘Best Foreign Language Film’ at Palm Springs International Film Festival .
Synopsis: Waleed dreams of a writing career while suffering from depression. He develops a relationship with his neighbor - a small-time crook. While the scheme turns into an unexpected friendship, it leads them into a journey of dark encounters.
2022, Dark comedy, 108'
Directed by: Maha Haj
Language: Arabic, Hebrew, English with Greek subtitles
The screenings are followed by a 15-minute discussion.
Free entrance
The film starts at exactly 8:30.
Venue: Municipal Theatre Skala
15 Kyriakou Matsi, 6015, Larnaca
Entry is not allowed to persons under 18 years of age.
Larnaka Cinema Society contact number: 99434793
The event is organized with the financial support of the Deputy Ministry of Culture.