Archive · 23 Nov 2025
Palestine 36: A Fresh Perspective on British Mandate
A new movie called 'Palestine 36' tells the story of a young man named Yusuf who gets involved in a big fight against the British in Palestine.
The movie is important because it shows a different side of history that we don't usually hear about.
It's like a big adventure story, but it's based on true events.
You can watch it in many cities in the U.S. and Canada on November 29.
Annemarie Jacir's 'Palestine 36' explores the Palestinian Arab Revolt from 1936 to 1939 under British occupation
The film follows Yusuf, a young man radicalized by the conflict, and his journey between rural life and city politics
It's Palestine's official selection for Best International Feature at the 98th Academy Awards
Upcoming screenings in the U.S. and Canada on November 29 for International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People
Jacir emphasizes the film's relevance to current events and the importance of diverse perspectives in history
- Who
- Annemarie Jacir, Yusuf (character), Palestinian people
- What
- Made a film about the Palestinian Arab Revolt from 1936 to 1939
- When
- 1936 to 1939 (film's setting), November 29 (upcoming screenings)
- Where
- Palestine (film's setting), U.S. and Canada (upcoming screenings)
- Why
- To explore a lesser-known part of history and provide a different perspective
Victors' Perspective
Palestinian Perspective
Historical Narrative
Victors' Perspective
Focuses on the victors' side of history
Palestinian Perspective
Provides a different perspective, often overlooked
- Director
- Annemarie Jacir
- Main Character
- Yusuf
- Time Period (Film)
- 1936 to 1939
- Screening Date
- November 29
- Countries (Screenings)
- U.S. and Canada