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Palestinian-European Co-Production ‘Happy Holidays’ Looks to Spark Dialogue About Traditions and Values
Venice Festival Palestinian-European Co-production ‘Happy Holidays’ Looks to Spark Dialogue About Traditions and Values.
Drama “ Happy Holidays ” marks the long in the works solo directing debut of Palestinian director Scandar Copti, an Oscar nominee as co-director of “Ajami” (2009). Launching with prime slots in Venice Horizons and TIFF Centrepiece, the film follows an extended family of Palestinian citizens of Israel living in Haifa, allowing viewers to experience firsthand how cultural and societal perceptions are shaped. Offering post-production grants and chances to present unfinished films to industry professionals helps Arab filmmakers complete our projects and gain international exposure.
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