Mariam
Dana Durr
2020, Palestine / Netherlands, 5min
A young woman climbs into her favorite olive tree, savoring moments of her precious paradise — until her peace is broken.
An animated short follows a girls journey to find tradition and knowledge from her culture and heritage after losing her beloved sanctuary. As she witnesses the destruction of a beloved tree, a broad and unbreakable bond is illustrated through motifs of olive and cypress trees embroidered in this heartfelt film about the unity of people and their land.
Recommended for children under 14 years old: Yes
Technique: 2D hand-drawn digital
Team:
Directed by Dana Durr
Music & Sound Design: Bu Kolthoum
Screened at:
Toronto palestine film festival 2021
Animatex Cairo 2021
Audience Award at Karama film festival 2021
Audience award at Festival Cine-Palestine 2021
Reel Palestine 2022
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