Salt of This Sea

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About

Salt of This Sea is a 2008 drama film directed by Annemarie Jacir. The movie follows the story of Soraya, a Palestinian-American woman who travels to Palestine for the first time, aiming to reclaim her grandfather's savings that were frozen in a Jaffa bank account after the 1948 Arab-Israeli war. Upon her arrival, she encounters various hurdles and takes on a journey of self-discovery and understanding her roots. The film beautifully portrays the struggle for identity, displacement, and the complexity of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict through Soraya's perspective. It delves deep into the personal and political repercussions of historical events on individuals and their sense of belonging.

Making / Production

- Salt of This Sea was the first full-length feature film directed by Annemarie Jacir, who also wrote the screenplay. - The film was shot on location in Palestine, using local talent and crew members to capture the authenticity of the setting. - Jacir aimed to challenge stereotypes and provide a nuanced portrayal of Palestinian characters and their experiences in the film.

Actors

- Suheir Hammad as Soraya: A Palestinian-American woman seeking to reclaim her family's lost savings. - Saleh Bakri as Emad: A Palestinian man who assists Soraya in her quest. - Riyad Ideis as Marwan: Soraya's supportive cousin who helps her navigate the complexities of Palestine.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

- The film premiered at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival as part of the Un Certain Regard section. - Salt of This Sea received critical acclaim for its powerful storytelling and authentic portrayal of Palestinian life.

Awards

- The film won the FIPRESCI Prize at the Cannes Film Festival in 2008.

Quotes

- "We don't live in the past. We live with it." - Soraya - "Freedom isn't just a word. You have to live it." - Emad

Music

The film's score was composed by Kamran Rastegar and incorporated traditional Palestinian music to evoke a sense of place and culture.

Soundtrack

- "Ya Zareef Al Tool" by Fairouz - "Mawtini" by Ibrahim Touqann