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202113 minPG-13doc-short

A Play Before The Bombs

202113 minPG-13doc-short

Abeer Ahmed and her cast prepare for a play about inheritance rights in Gaza's Jabaliya Refugee Camp, just before the al-Mishal Cultural Center's destruction.

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Abeer Ahmed and her cast prepare for a play about inheritance rights in Gaza's Jabaliya Refugee Camp, just before the al-Mishal Cultural Center's destruction.

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Abeer Ahmed rehearses for a play at the al-Mishal Cultural Center in Gaza. The center, located in the Jabaliya Refugee Camp, served as a hub for artistic expression before its destruction by an Israeli air strike on August 9, 2018. Over four years, Abeer and her cast prepare a performance focused on a Palestinian woman's right to inheritance. The play aims to spark cultural discussions, but the ongoing Israeli siege looms over their efforts, impacting their dreams and the community's spirit.

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Meet Abeer Ahmed and her artistic aspirations.
See the impact of the Israeli siege on Gaza's culture.
Find out about women's inheritance rights in Palestine.

Did You Know

The al-Mishal Cultural Center was destroyed on August 9, 2018.
The Jabaliya Refugee Camp is the largest refugee camp in Gaza.
The film covers a period of four years in Abeer Ahmed's life.

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What is the al-Mishal Cultural Center?

The al-Mishal Cultural Center is located in Gaza and was destroyed by an Israeli air strike on August 9, 2018.

Who is Abeer Ahmed?

Abeer Ahmed is a young woman from the Jabaliya Refugee Camp, the largest refugee camp in Gaza, who is involved in preparing a play about a Palestinian woman's right to receive inheritance.

What is the main theme of the play in the documentary?

The play focuses on the right of Palestinian women to receive inheritance, aiming to foster cultural discussion among Palestinians.

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