Screenwriter and director Peter Wollen introduces a controversial film that reflects the tensions on the West Bank and is a plea for the rights of both sides.
Wedding in Galilee starring Ali M. El Akili and Makram Khouri. The father of the groom vows 'this ceremony is going to light up East and West', but the price for lowing a traditional Arab wedding - and lifting the curfew - is the presence at the feast of the Israeli military governor and his staff. As the lovers are feted resentment and distrust threaten to spoil the celebrations. Palestinian
Michel Khleifi 's first feature film casts a critical but sympathetic look at a front-line society.
Written and directed by MICHEL KHLEIFI
(In Arabic with English subtitles.
First showing on British television) Film Club presentation by DAVID THOMPSON
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