Mar 10

Mar 10 Film Review: Farha

Blog, Film, Palestine in America, Opinion, reviews, Print Issue

While I am not Palestinian, as a Puerto Rican, I can empathize with the feeling of knowing my family's homeland has fallen victim to Western imperialism. Puerto Rico has not known independence since Columbus landed on our shores in 1493. At one point in history, the American government outlawed the very presence of our flag, the symbol of our pride. Because of this, the resiliency of the Palestinian people has always resonated with me, and I am absolutely positive that the story of Farha will resonate with you too.

May 15

May 15 Noura Erakat’s ‘Justice for Some: Law and the Question of Palestine’ brings clarity to occupation

Nader Ihmoud

Palestine in America, reviews

Human rights activists regularly demand Israel abide by international law in vain. Noura Erakat’s “Justice for Some: Law and the Question of Palestine” gave me a clear view of what enables the ongoing catastrophe in my family’s homeland and what it might take to revitalize our movement for liberation.

May 20

May 20 3000 Nights explores life in Israeli prisons

KAKE

Palestine in America, entertainment, reviews

3000 Nights opens on a dark, pouring night where we first see the main character, Layal. The film’s hauntingly beautiful and crisp cinematography shines through its immediate construction of the prison’s cruel atmosphere and the air of hostility between the inmates and the prison guards.

Apr 26

Apr 26 Slumdog, The Idol, not that different, not that great

KAKE

entertainment, Palestine in America, reviews

A reviewer posited Hany Abu-Assad’s new film “The Idol” is something like “Slumdog Millionaire,” suggesting that it was a good thing. It is very much like “Slumdog”—but that’s not a good thing.

Dec 9

Dec 9 ‘Against Apartheid’ deconstructs assumptions, showcases change

KAKE

Palestine in America, reviews

Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) is as a tool for Palestine liberation and is often questioned by skeptics or naysayers who contend with various arguments such as a denial to academic freedom for Israeli academics.

Oct 11

Oct 11 UNCIVIL RIGHTS: Palestine and the Limits of Academic Freedom

Roya Naderi

entertainment, Palestine in America, reviews

In the summer of 2014, renowned American Studies Professor, Steven Salaita’s employment at the University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign was terminated.

Sep 16

Sep 16 Before the Next Bomb Drops Rising up: From Brooklyn to Palestine speaks powerful truths to solidarity, justice, resistance

KAKE

Palestine in America, reviews

In his latest collection of poems, Before the Next Bomb Drops Rising up: From Brooklyn to Palestine, spoken word artist and activist, Remi Kanazi speaks powerful truths to solidarity, justice, and resistance.

Apr 29

Apr 29 Villa Touma: A film that captures the struggles of living under occupation

Palestine in America

Palestine in America, reviews

Thanks to its portrayal of Palestine and Palestinians and its contribution to raising awareness of critical issues, Villa Touma offers a masterful representation of the complexity of Palestinian history. The film weaves together various themes through a story that is definitely atypical but nevertheless powerful and deeply telling.

Apr 9

Apr 9 Palestinian-American’s anticipated graphic novel reclaims her father’s narrative

Nader Ihmoud

Palestine in America, reviews

Baddawi, a graphic novel written and illustrated by Palestinian-American, Leila Abdelrazaq, will transcend generations.