As we approach the holiday season, we are not only reminded of Bethlehem's importance on Christmas but also its history, culture and struggles. The city, spotlighted in TPFF 2020, is an important social, cultural and economic hub, and one of Palestine's most visited historic treasures.
As we approach another holiday under lockdown, we are excited to present Virtual Pals: Holiday Edition with a special weekend-long screening of the critically-acclaimed documentary OPEN BETHLEHEM, accompanied by a live thought-provoking discussion with Leila Sansour (film director) and Marina Barham (Director, Bethlehem Cultural Festival).
OPEN BETHLEHEM
Armed with her camera and a dilapidated family car, Leila returns to her hometown to make a film about Bethlehem – the legendary town encircled by The Wall. Her life and film take an unexpected turn when her cousin persuades her to stay and start a campaign to save the city.