The Idol
Directed by
2015
Based on the incredible true story of Mohammad Assaf, a young Palestinian from the Gaza Strip who won ‘Arab Idol’ song contest in 2013. After he won the program, euphoria broke out in the streets of Palestinian towns. Mohammad became a glimmer of hope, uniting the divided Palestinians. The film tells the story of a modest young wedding singer who helped his fellow Palestinians forget their internal conflicts and unsuccessful struggle for independance. (Festival information)