Palestine 36

Film Description
A sweeping historical epic from award-winning director Annemarie Jacir (Wajib), Palestine’s official Oscar entry chronicles the 1936 Arab revolt against British rule.

Set against the 1936 to 1939 Arab revolt against British rule in Palestine – the longest anti-colonial uprising in the history of the British Empire – Annmarie Jacir’s award-winning drama brings an oft-forgotten chapter vividly to life. A strong ensemble, including Jeremy Irons, Hiam Abbass (Succession) and Saleh Bakri (All That’s Left of You), stage this complex story on a grand scale, capturing the Palestinian resistance against the increasingly severe and imposing force of the British. Shot in Palestine and Jordan under extremely challenging circumstances, this is a film of potent contemporary resonance.

In Arabic and English with English subtitles

Awards & Festivals
2025 São Paulo International Film Festival | Winner: Best International Fiction
2026 London Critics Circle Film Awards | Winner: Breakthrough Performer of the Year
2025 Toronto International Film Festival | Official Selection
2026 Sydney Film Festival | Official Selection

Film Link
lunapalace.com.au/films/palestine-36

Event Schedule
Film times are typically released about a week in advance so we'll update the time once we know it. We recommend purchasing tickets in advance in case it sells out.

The film run time is 119 minutes.

Arrival Note
It can get a bit crowded in the small foyer of Luna on SX so we encourage attendees to either wait in the courtyard or come straight into the cinema to meet, greet and converse before the film.

We'll follow up with a post film discussion, nibbles and drinks nearby.

Note: we encourage exploration of the historic and political themes of the film but ask that attendees keep it respectful and open minded. No hate speech will be tolerated.