Directed by Kaouther Ben Hania, 2025, Tunisia/France/Belgium, Not Rated, 90 minutes, subtitled

This urgent and deeply human documentary centers on the final moments of Hind Rajab, the young Palestinian girl whose desperate phone calls during the Gaza conflict reverberated around the world. Blending investigative reconstruction with restrained, emotionally powerful storytelling, the film examines media, memory, and the devastating civilian cost of war. Premiering to strong response on the international festival circuit, the film drew particular praise for its ethical clarity and emotional force. Critics highlighted the work’s devastating intimacy, with reviewers noting that the film “transforms distant headlines into something heartbreakingly immediate,” while festival audiences cited its lasting impact. The documentary has been recognized at multiple European festivals for its direction and social significance.

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