The Voice of Hind Rajab: A Gaza Story to be Screened at the United Nations
The United Nations in New York will host a special screening of the critically acclaimed Tunisian film, The Voice of Hind Rajab, on December 4th. This event is a significant step in bringing attention to the powerful story of Palestine Red Crescent volunteers and their heroic efforts during the Gaza crisis.
The screening is organized by the Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian People (CEIRPP) in collaboration with the film's U.S. distributor, Willa. It is expected to attract a diverse audience, including ambassadors, NGOs, activists, policymakers, journalists, and student groups, all eager to witness this compelling drama.
Following the screening, a panel discussion will take place, featuring renowned director Kaouther Ben Hania, talented actor Amer Hlehel, and Oscar-winning producer James Wilson. Ambassador Coly Seck, the chair of CEIRPP, will deliver opening remarks, setting the tone for this thought-provoking event.
Based on true events, The Voice of Hind Rajab is a gripping tale that follows the Palestine Red Crescent volunteers as they race against time to send an ambulance to rescue a five-year-old girl trapped under fire in Gaza. The film, which stars Saja Kilani, Motaz Malhees, Amer Hlehel, and Clara Khoury, has already made waves at the Venice Film Festival and recently received a European Film Award nomination for Best European Film.
Distributor Willa is set to release the film in theaters on December 17th in New York (Film Forum) and Los Angeles (Laemmle Theatres), with a nationwide release to follow. The film's impressive list of executive producers includes Brad Pitt, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Rooney Mara, Joaquin Phoenix, Alfonso Cuarón, and Jonathan Glazer, further emphasizing its impact and reach.
