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Palestine '36: Oscar-Nominated Film Hits NYC Theaters
20 Feb
Summary
- Oscar-shortlisted film 'Palestine '36' premieres in NYC March 20.
- The movie depicts the 1936 Palestinian uprising against British rule.
- It boasts a 100% critical score on Rotten Tomatoes from 27 reviews.
The critically acclaimed film 'Palestine '36,' from Palestinian filmmaker Annemarie Jacir, is set to open exclusively at New York City's Angelika Film Center on March 20. This engagement precedes wider releases in Los Angeles and other major North American cities beginning March 27, with a broad rollout scheduled for April 3.
The film transports audiences to the backdrop of the 1936 Palestinian uprising, focusing on a young villager navigating the rising tensions between his rural life and the politically charged atmosphere of Jerusalem under British colonial rule.
'Palestine '36' has garnered significant international recognition, including a Grand Prix win at the Tokyo International Film Festival and an Audience Award at the São Paulo International Film Festival. It was also shortlisted for the European Film Awards and received a Best Screenplay nomination at the Asia Pacific Screen Awards.
Its release was previously anticipated for February 13, but was rescheduled to avoid the crowded market of Oscar-nominated foreign films. The movie recently held successful sneak previews in 50 North American cities over Thanksgiving weekend. It currently boasts an impressive 100% critical score on Rotten Tomatoes from 27 reviews.
