Summer Sundays @ Huda BK

FERTILE MEMORY

Michel Khaleifi, 1981
TRAILERA pioneering work by Michel Khleifi, blending documentary and fictional elements to explore the lives of two Palestinian women living under Israeli occupation. The film juxtaposes the experiences of Farah Hatoum, a widow and novelist grappling with her identity and resistance through her writing, and Sahar Khalifeh, a mother and factory worker facing the daily struggles of survival and defiance. Through their stories, "Fertile Memory" delves into themes of memory, resistance, and the resilience of Palestinian women amidst the backdrop of political and social turmoil. Khleifi's nuanced portrayal offers a rare insight into the personal and political landscapes of Palestinian existence, highlighting the enduring strength and complexity of its women.