The Teacher
The film is set in Palestine and follows the story of Basem, a teacher who endures a profound personal tragedy when he loses his son in a tragic accident. His life takes an unexpected turn as he forms a close bond with his student, Adam. The narrative unfolds as a human drama embedded within a complex political backdrop. Basem is forced to navigate the delicate balance between his responsibilities as both a teacher and a father, all while grappling with the broader effects of the political conflict on his personal and professional life. The film delves into the myriad challenges Basem faces, exploring how political strife influences human relationships and shapes individual choices.
UK, Palestine, Qatar
Arabic, English, Hebrew dialogue, with Arabic& English subtitle
118 minutes
2023
Farah Nabulsi is an Academy Award-nominated and BAFTA award-winning Palestinian British filmmaker. In 2016 she started working in the film industry as a writer & producer of short fiction films. This includes “Today They Took My Son,” endorsed by British Director Ken Loach and screened at the United Nations.
