GFS: Palestine 36

We’re delighted to welcome Galway Film Society to Galway Arts Centre | Nuns Island Theatre, for an 8 week consecutive run.

Screening times this week are Sunday 8pm, Monday 6:30pm

Please contact GFS if you have any booking-related questions by emailing gfsoc4@gmail.com or via their social media platforms.

From acclaimed director Annemarie Jacir, PALESTINE 36 chronicles the beginnings of the 1936-1939 Arab Revolt by Palestinian Arabs against British colonial rule. In this ambitious and wide-reaching epic, Jacir deftly creates a patchwork of characters – the young Yousef from a small village; Afra and her family of farmers; Amir, a newspaper editor, and his journalist wife Khuloud; Father Boulos, the village priest; and the British dignitaries – whose personal intertwined stories play out against the events of history.

These character strands plus striking archival footage creates emotional engagement with the characters’ respective destinies. It sets up the cruelty and injustice of the decades that would follow, and that eventually lead us to what we are witnessing today.

Duration: 120 minutes

In Arabic & English with English subtitles.

“★★★★ Palestine 36 is a very powerful film that illustrates the history of resistance and rebellion that has distinguished Palestine and its people since the beginning of time.” – Loud and Clear Reviews

“★★★★ This historical epic skilfully chronicles a pivotal point in Palestine’s history.” – Shadows on the Wall

Please note that GFS is required to apply a commission on all tickets purchased by card to cover the transaction fees charged by the sales platform. However, tickets purchased with cash at the venue are not subject to this commission. Tickets paid by card at the venue will still incur the applicable fee.

Accessibility & Assistance
When booking your tickets, please let us know of any special requirements so we can make your visit as enjoyable as possible. If you book online, phone +353 (0) 91 565 886 or email nunsisland@galwayartscentre.ie to let us know of any special requirements.