NEIGHBOURS
drama/ 2021/ 2hrs 4mins/
written by Mano Khalil/ directed by Mano Khalil/
country: Switzerland/
language: English, Kurdish, Arabic, Hebrew, Slovak, Spanish, Greek with English subtitles/
“Set in a small Kurdish village during the early 1980s, NEIGHBOURS; tells the poignant story of Sero, a young Kurdish boy whose life is profoundly shaped by the sociopolitical dynamics of his world. Through Sero’s innocent eyes, we experience the complexities of oppression, cultural erasure, and the strength of community. As the regime enforces Arabization policies, friendships are tested, and Sero navigates the tension between loyalty to his heritage and the harsh realities of his environment. Woven with humor and heartbreak, NEIGHBOURS; is a powerful tale of resilience and the enduring human spirit.”
FEATURING A Q&A WITH DIRECTOR MANO KHALIL