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Journey of Dreams: Unveiling the Ties That Bind
Documentary Belgium,France,Palestinian Territory,Qatar
Bye Bye Tiberias is a poignant and introspective documentary film directed by Lina El Arabi. The film explores the life of Hiam Abbass, a renowned Palestinian actress, as she reflects on her journey from her native village in Palestine to Europe in pursuit of her acting career.
The story begins when Hiam was in her early twenties and decided to leave behind her family, including her mother, grandmother, and seven sisters. Determined to follow her dream of becoming an actress, she embarked on a journey that took her far away from home.
Thirty years later, Lina El Arabi, Hiam's daughter who is also a filmmaker, accompanies her mother back to their village. Through intimate conversations and interviews with family members and friends left behind, Lina tries to understand the motivations behind Hiam's bold choices and chosen exile. She delves into the complexities of their relationship as mother and daughter while exploring the impact that the women in their family have had on shaping both of their lives.
Throughout the film, viewers are presented with glimpses into Hiam's past experiences as an immigrant actress navigating through Europe's film industry. We witness moments of joy but also struggles faced by Hiam in pursuing a career far away from home.
Bye Bye Tiberias not only serves as a personal exploration for Lina but also sheds light on broader themes such as identity, sacrifice, and cultural preservation. The film intertwines personal stories with larger societal issues faced by Palestinians living outside their homeland.
Ultimately, this heartfelt documentary offers an intimate portrayal of generational connections between women within one Palestinian family while addressing universal questions about identity and belonging.
The story begins when Hiam was in her early twenties and decided to leave behind her family, including her mother, grandmother, and seven sisters. Determined to follow her dream of becoming an actress, she embarked on a journey that took her far away from home.
Thirty years later, Lina El Arabi, Hiam's daughter who is also a filmmaker, accompanies her mother back to their village. Through intimate conversations and interviews with family members and friends left behind, Lina tries to understand the motivations behind Hiam's bold choices and chosen exile. She delves into the complexities of their relationship as mother and daughter while exploring the impact that the women in their family have had on shaping both of their lives.
Throughout the film, viewers are presented with glimpses into Hiam's past experiences as an immigrant actress navigating through Europe's film industry. We witness moments of joy but also struggles faced by Hiam in pursuing a career far away from home.
Bye Bye Tiberias not only serves as a personal exploration for Lina but also sheds light on broader themes such as identity, sacrifice, and cultural preservation. The film intertwines personal stories with larger societal issues faced by Palestinians living outside their homeland.
Ultimately, this heartfelt documentary offers an intimate portrayal of generational connections between women within one Palestinian family while addressing universal questions about identity and belonging.