(La Voix de Hind Rajab)
Tunisian director Kaouther ben Hania blurs the line between documentary and dramatized reconstruction. Anchored by the voice of Hind Rajab, the story unfolds entirely through real calls to a Ramallah call center. With minimal visuals, the film relies on the power of voice and silence, juxtaposing a child’s fragile hope with the harsh realities of war. The result is a stark, urgent testimony to the failure to protect civilians, and to how easily a single life can vanish in the anonymity of armed conflict.
International CompetitionBasic information about the film
| Title | The Voice of Hind Rajab |
|---|---|
| Original Language | Arabic |
| Znění | original audio, children’s films dubbed in Czech |
| Subtitles | Czech subtitles, select films have descriptive Czech or English subtitles (look for the accessibility icons next to each screening) |
| Premiéra | Czech distribution premiere |
| Film type | Feature film |
| Year of Production | 2025 |
| Country of Origin | France, Tunisia |
| Length | 90 min. |
| Director | Kaouther Ben Hania |
| Sales |
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Kino Svět |
Language: Arabic Subtitles: Czech |
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