Al Ard Film Festival returns for its 21st edition, bringing a powerful lineup of films, discussions, and cultural events that explore themes of identity, resistance, and, more than ever, resilience. From 25th February to 1st March 2025, join us for an unforgettable journey through the stories of Palestine and beyond.
Programme Highlights
Tuesday, 25th February
- 18:00: Festival Opening & Welcome
- 18:15: Reporting Under Genocide: Six Months in Gaza by Shrouq H. Al-Aila (25’)
- 18:45: A State of Passion by Carol Mansour & Muna Khalidi (90’) + Q&A
- 20:30: A Dream of Reunion in War Time by Hamza Amjed Essa Afana (11’)
- 20:45: Vibrations From Gaza by Rehab Nazzal (16’)
LIS interpretation available with interpreter Laura Frau
Wednesday, 26th February
- 17:00: Sh’hili by Habib Ayeb (77’) + Q&A
- 18:45: Dancing Palestine by Lamees Almakkawy (37’) + Q&A
- 19:30: Wardah by Rahmeh AlShmmas (13’)
- 19:45: Out of Competion – Sa Terra: Frarìa by Alberto Diana (18’) + Q&A
- 20:30: Ayyoub by Ajwad Jaradat (23’)
- 21:00: As We Cross to the Other Side of the Garden by Ameen Abo Kaseem (14’)
- 21:15: I’ll Get Back to You by Uday Jubeh (10’)
Thursday, 27th February
- 17:00: The Roller, the Life, the Fight by E. Bisogno & H. Alqaddi (83’) + Q&A
- 18:45: Ras El’bar by J. Aklouk & G. Savino (30’) + Q&A
- 19:30: Out of Competion – Sa Terra: Terra a perdere by C. Pracchi, F. Palli, S. Tarzia (59’) + Q&A
- 20:45: Before Night Falls by Delerci Daniela (20’) + Q&A
- 21:15: A Short Film About Kids by Ibrahim Handal (10’)
Friday, 28th February
- 17:00: Shattered Memory by Hayat Laban (14’)
- 17:15: Yaroun by Zeinab Mahfoud (6’)
- 17:30: A Lullaby Unlike Any Other by Amani Jaafer (9’) + Q&A
- 18:00: The Devil’s Drivers by M. Abugeth & D. Carsenty (97’) + Q&A
- 19:45: Blood Like Water by Dima Hamdan (14’) + Q&A
- 20:15: Out of Competion: Ya Maha by Ahmad Al-Khalil (27’) + Q&A
- 21:00: Deferred Reclaim by Abdallah Motan (11’)
- 21:15: Born A Celebrity by Luay Awwad (13’)
Saturday, 1st March
- 17:00: Out of Competion: From Ground Zero by aa.vv. (110’)
- 19:15: Closing Ceremony & Awards
- 20:15: Final Concert: Migrantes by A. Manzoni & M. Sigura
LIS interpretation available with interpreter Laura Frau
Join Us
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience powerful storytelling, engage with filmmakers, and celebrate the richness of Palestinian and global cinema.
📍 Location: Teatro Massimo, Cagliari
🎟️ Admission: Free Entry!