Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me (2022)

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After his recovery, middle-aged Hamza has continued a practice he began 20 years ago when he was freed from an Israeli prison: he goes into the woods every day to chase the lion that the locals don’t think exists. Hamza struggles to reach a peaceful place. Despite his wife’s pleadings and the villagers’ contempt, Hamza sits his baits and traps in the forest, hoping to defeat the mysterious threat. He finds refuge in his journey from social rejection and denial. In the woods, Hamza is free to act according to his beliefs, fighting his own battle to heal an open wound – the trauma of losing his childhood friend, and the horrific memories of torture and guilt.

Director: Ward Kayyal
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 18 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Ashraf Dowani
Editing: Saed Andoni
Production: Hiba Production
Country: Palestinian Territory
Language: العربية
Original Language: ar
More Films by Director: Ward Kayyal
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me about?
After his recovery, middle-aged Hamza has continued a practice he began 20 years ago when he was freed from an Israeli prison: he goes into the woods every day to chase the lion that the locals don’t think exists. Hamza struggles to reach a peaceful place. Despite his wife’s pleadings and the villagers’ contempt, Hamza sits his baits and traps in the forest, hoping to defeat the mysterious threat. He finds refuge in his journey from social rejection and denial. In the woods, Hamza is free to act according to his beliefs, fighting his own battle to heal an open wound – the trauma of losing his childhood friend, and the horrific memories of torture and guilt.
Who directed Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me?
Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me was directed by Ward Kayyal.
Who stars in Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me?
Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me stars Kamel El Basha, Ruba Bilal, Motaz Malhees, Khoulod Tannous.
How long is Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me?
Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me has a runtime of 18m (18 minutes).
What genre is Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me?
Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me is a Drama film.
Where was Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me produced?
Hamza - Chasing the Ghost Chasing Me was produced in Palestinian Territory.