"Palestine 36" wins Snow Leopard Special Jury Award at Asian World Film Festival
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- The Palestinian historical drama Palestine 36, directed by Annemarie Jacir, won the Snow Leopard Special Jury Award at the 11th annual Asian World Film Festival (AWFF).
The Palestinian historical drama Palestine 36, directed by acclaimed and Palestinian filmmaker Annemarie Jacir, has taken home the Snow Leopard Special Jury Award at the 11th annual Asian World Film Festival (AWFF).
The festival, which wrapped up its 10-day run on November 20, showcased 46 feature films and 27 shorts from over 30 countries across Asia and beyond, highlighting stories of cultural resilience, personal struggle, and societal change.
Palestine 36 delves into a pivotal yet often overlooked chapter of history: the 1936 Arab revolt against British colonial rule in Palestine.
The film portrays the farmer-led uprising that marked the longest and largest rebellion during Britain's 30-year mandate over the region, setting the stage for broader conflicts in the Middle East.
Jacir, a Palestinian director known for her previous works like Salt of This Sea (2008) and Wajib (2017), brings a nuanced perspective to the narrative, blending historical accuracy with emotional depth.
The story emphasizes themes of resistance, identity, and the human cost of colonialism, drawing parallels to contemporary discussions on Palestinian history.
This latest accolade adds to a growing list of honors for Palestine 36.
Earlier this month, on November 5, the film clinched the prestigious Tokyo Grand Prix at the 38th Tokyo International Film Festival, along with the Governor of Tokyo Award.
It has also been selected as Palestine's official entry for the Best International Feature Film category at the 2026 Academy Awards, underscoring its global resonance.
The film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September.
