Areeb Zuaiter returns to Gaza to reconnect with her heritage and her mother's legacy while exploring parkour with athlete Ahmed Matar.
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Areeb Zuaiter returns to Gaza to reconnect with her heritage and her mother's legacy while exploring parkour with athlete Ahmed Matar.
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Areeb Zuaiter returns to Gaza, a place she visited as a child. She seeks to connect with her homeland after her mother's death. A video of young men practicing parkour reignites her longing. In Gaza, she meets Ahmed Matar, a professional parkour athlete. Together, they traverse sites associated with parkour and symbols of Palestinian identity. Facing the realities of Gaza, Areeb compares her experiences in the United States with her mother’s legacy. The film runs for 89 minutes and premiered on 16 November 2024.
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Why Watch
- Meet Areeb Zuaiter, a filmmaker reconnecting with her heritage.
- Follow Ahmed Matar, a parkour athlete in Gaza's unique landscape.
- See the contrast between life in Gaza and the United States.
Did You Know
- The film premiered at Doc NYC on 16 November 2024.
- Yalla Parkour won the Grand Jury Prize at its world premiere.
- It was part of the Panorama section at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival on 15 February 2025.
- The film received a grant from the Doha Film Institute in June 2021.
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Who directed Yalla Parkour?
Yalla Parkour was written and directed by Areeb Zuaiter in her directorial debut feature.
When did Yalla Parkour premiere?
Yalla Parkour premiered at the Doc NYC on 16 November 2024.
What is the runtime of Yalla Parkour?
Yalla Parkour has a duration of 89 minutes.
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