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Release Date:
September 29, 2023
Original Title:
Baq'a The Open Valley
Alternate Titles:
Baqa The Open Valley
Genres:
Documentary | Drama
Ratings / Certifications:
N/A
Runtime: 13
While struggling to understand his place as a second generation Jordanian–born Palestinian, Abood's uncle returns from Canada with stories of his youth as a refugee following the Naksa. Soon after, and with his uncle's stories fresh in his mind, Abood finds himself lost in the streets of Amman, where he meets a young stranger who offers to guide him home as she shares her thoughts on the country, the people, and her identity as a Palestinian living in Jordan.
Colorist:
Youssef Mutawe
Director:
Youssef Mutawe
Director of Photography:
Youssef Mutawe
Editor:
Youssef Mutawe
Original Music Composer:
Thomas Moray
Producer:
Youssef Mutawe
Sound Designer:
Igor Meshcheriakov
Translator:
Saja Kilani
Maram Mutawe
Bayan Aldawihis
VFX Artist:
Mano Aswanth
Writer:
Youssef Mutawe
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