Once Upon a Time in Gaza

While Hamas tight its grip over Gaza by developing the idea of resistance and martyrdom, Yahia’s life falls apart when Ossama, for whom he has boundless admiration, is brutally murdered. While a new perspective of life is offered to him, the meeting with his friend’s killer questions everything. Will he be able to revenge him without compromising himself? Support by ICA's Luso-French Fund. Coproduced with LES FILMS DU TAMBOUR. With the support of CNC, ICA, Eurimages, RTP, DOA Film Institute. International Sales by Party Films Sales Selected for the Cannes Film Festival – Un Certain Regard. Winner "Best Director"- Un Certain Regard Cannes 2025