7 Hills (2020)
Synopsis
Thousands of Palestinians gathered on the Gaza Strip's border with Israel as Amman became a hub for migrants from various countries seeking refuge.
Synopsis
Mohammad Zakaria, a 32-year-old Palestinian-Jordanian, reflects on his identity while skateboarding in Amman, Jordan. The 7 Hills skate park becomes a gathering place for children from diverse backgrounds, including Palestinians, Iraqis, and Syrians. As they navigate their shared experiences of displacement, these young skaters find community and self-expression through their passion for skateboarding. The film captures their stories, illustrating how this sport fosters connection and creativity in a city shaped by migration and conflict.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Meet Mohammad Zakaria and his identity struggles.
- Find out how migration shapes Amman's culture.
- See the connection between skateboarding and community.
Did You Know
- Thousands of Palestinians gathered on the Gaza Strip's border with Israel.
- Mohammad Zakaria identifies as a Jordanian Palestinian.
- Zakaria received his first skateboard as a birthday gift at age 10.
- Skateboarding is described as 99% failure and 1% success.
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What military operations are American and coalition forces involved in?
American and coalition forces are in the early stages of military operations to disarm Iraq.
What is Mohammad Zakaria's background?
Mohammad Zakaria is a 32-year-old Palestinian-Jordanian whose parents are Palestinian, and he has never lived in Palestine.
What does skateboarding represent for Mohammad Zakaria?
For Mohammad Zakaria, skateboarding represents a shared struggle, as it is 99% failure and 1% success, requiring many attempts to land a trick.
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