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35 minPG-13documentary

Synopsis

A 25-year-old Arab American woman travels alone through the West Bank and Gaza Strip during the summer of 2002, facing constant curfews.

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Why Watch

  • See the impact of curfews on daily life in Gaza.
  • Meet a Palestinian man through the filmmaker's eyes.
  • Find out about personal discovery in a conflict zone.

Did You Know

  • The film was released in 2004 and has a duration of 35 minutes.
  • The title 'Forbidden to Wander' translates from Arabic as 'mane' tajawwul'.
  • The filmmaker is a 25-year-old Arab American woman traveling alone.

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Middle East politicsPersonal narrativesDocumentary filmmaking
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the title 'Forbidden to Wander' mean in Arabic?

The Arabic words used to describe the imposed curfew 'mane' tajawwul' literally translate as 'forbidden to wander'.

What is the duration of the documentary 'Forbidden to Wander'?

The documentary has a duration of 35 minutes.

In what year was 'Forbidden to Wander' released?

The documentary was released in 2004.

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