Habibi 2011

Overview

The film "Habibi" is a modern retelling of a famous ancient Sufi parable. It is set in the West Bank and Gaza. The story revolves around two students who are forced to return home to Gaza. Their situation is complicated by the societal expectations and traditions that govern their lives. The two students are in love, and their relationship is at odds with these expectations. In order to reach his lover, one of the students expresses himself through a form of public art. The film draws inspiration from the ancient Sufi parable of Majnun Layla. This parable tells the story of a man who is deeply in love with a woman, but their love is hindered by societal norms. The film's modern retelling explores similar themes of love, tradition, and societal expectations.