Palestine '36
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Synopsis
In 1936, as Palestinian villages revolt against British colonial rule, Yusuf navigates between Jerusalem and his rural home, amidst escalating unrest and a pivotal moment for the British Empire.
Cast
- Robert Aramayo
- Jeremy Irons
- Liam Cunningham
- Billy Howle
- Christopher Villiers
- Hiam Abbass
- Sam Hoare
- Yasmine Al Massri
- Yahya Mahayni
- Saleh Bakri
Moviegoers are saying
Palestine 36 emerges as a powerful act of cinematic resistance that reviewers acknowledge as 'a miracle it even exists' - a Palestinian-made historical drama about British colonial occupation that carries the spirit of The Battle of Algiers. While audiences consistently praise its moral importance and bold subject matter, many struggle with its execution, describing it as flawed but essential viewing that prioritizes political urgency over narrative polish.
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- Oct 21, 2025
It’s hard to grade something like this because it’s a miracle it even exists. We have an anti-colonial film, made by a Palestinian filmmaker, shot in Palestine with multiple postponements due to the genocide, that feels more ambitious and impressive than most modern…
olucOct 21, 2025So good that the negative reviews start off by apologizing
LetMeExplainJan 6, 2026An admirable epic historical drama about British-Zionist occupation of Palestine a decade before the founding of the State of Israel, with its sympathies unambiguously (and refreshingly) aligned to the Palestinian cause. Successfully keeps a lot of plates spinning,…
Will Sloan - Dec 29, 2025
Envie d’assoir Édouard Philippe devant le film et ses représentations des massacres et de lui demander de répéter fort et clair que la colonisation n’est pas un crime pendant que le générique de fin défile juste pour voir
grandebavardeuseDec 20, 2025The Brits always at the scene of the crime (against humanity). This happened in 1936. The Holocaust was from 1941 to 1945. That means Zionists were murdering Palestinians even before the Holocaust. Let that sink in.
Terence Ang 洪偉凱Oct 28, 2025movie #5 @38th Tokyo International Film Festival First, let me say that what’s happening in Gaza today is one of the purest forms of evil we’re witnessing. The murder, the destruction, and the never-ending displacement of the Palestinian people are devastating to watch.…
Jomari Bashin - Sep 5, 2025
Any criticism of Palestine 36 should probably be contextualized with a caveat that the film's politics are, in fact, morally sound; with each passing day that the powers that be—either covertly or right in front of our faces—continue to suppress Palestinian voices as public…
Julian (Seeking Film)Dec 15, 2025“you’d make a strong fighter.” “i don’t want to fight.” “none of us do.” from the river to the sea. Annemarie Jacir’s latest, Palestine 36, depicts the British Mandate era of Palestine, aka when Palestine was under British occupation — highlighting the constant struggle…
JackieOct 21, 2025“Half a loaf is better than no bread at all” is such a chilling way to downplay colonialism. A smart, tense historical drama that sure feels timely.
Brian Tallerico
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Metacritic
Mar 26, 2026
If “Palestine 36” is indeed a filmic history lesson, it’s one worth sitting through. That a traditionally realized historical drama with impeccable production value and consistently effective performances centers the Palestinian perspective makes for an essential endeavor.
Carlos Aguilar
RogerEbert.com
Mar 20, 2026
The dynamics are rarely simply drawn, and if the film’s default mode is miniseries-expository, there are a few striking stylistic flourishes.
Ben Kenigsberg
The New York Times
Oct 28, 2025
None of these characters quite flares passionately into life but all are persuasively portrayed, and it’s a vehement reminder of what doesn’t get taught in British schools.
Peter Bradshaw
The Guardian
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Palestine '36 (2026)?
The movie is 1hr 55min long.
What's Palestine '36 (2026) about?
In 1936, as Palestinian villages revolt against British colonial rule, Yusuf navigates between Jerusalem and his rural home, amidst escalating unrest and a pivotal moment for the British Empire.
Who's the cast of Palestine '36 (2026)?
- Robert Aramayo as Captain Wingate
- Jeremy Irons as High Commissioner Wauchope
- Liam Cunningham as C Tegart
- Billy Howle as Thomas
- Christopher Villiers as Radio Broadcaster
- Hiam Abbass as Hanan
- Sam Hoare as Diplomat Charles
- Yasmine Al Massri as Khouloud
- Yahya Mahayni as Al Qawuqji
- Saleh Bakri as Khalid
Who's the director behind Palestine '36 (2026)?
Annemarie Jacir directed Palestine '36 (2026).
Who produced Palestine '36 (2026)?
Ossama Bawardi produced Palestine '36 (2026).
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