CinemaOSMovie · 2006 · 1h 37m

The Colour of Olives

88%(4)IMDbDocumentary

Like many Palestinian families, the Amers live surrounded by the infamous West Bank Wall where their daily lives are dominated by electrified fences, locks and a constant swarm of armed soldiers. Through director Carolina Rivas' sensitive lens, we discover the private world of all eight members of the family. As their dramas unfold, we catch a glimpse of their constant struggles and the small, endearing details that sustain them, including olive trees, two small donkeys and their many friendships. Constructed with a combination of verité scenes and re-enactments, this poignant and richly crafted film offers its audience a much needed opportunity to reflect on the effects of racial segregation, the meaning of borders and the absurdity of war

Directed byCarolina Rivas

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Released
Runtime
1h 37m
Language
ES
Released
May 17, 2006
Studios
Primavera Kin

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