Arabic with English subtitles

The film centres on Leila, a young Lebanese woman living in London who, in search of her own role in society, explores the collective memory of Arab women and their often-hidden role in the recent history of the Middle East. She embarks on an imaginary journey through time, from the early 20th century to the present day, through the contested landscapes of Palestine and Lebanon. The film interweaves history and personal memory, archival material and folklore. Heiny Srour spent six years working on this film, which is imbued with the hope of liberation from patriarchal and colonial rule.

• Sektion Section: Feature Films
• Programm Programme: Leila and the Wolves