Habibi
Originally released in 2011. Habibi is a drama/romance film. directed by Susan Youssef. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Maisa Abd Elhadi, Qais Nashif, and Yosef Abu Wardeh
Synopsis
Two students in the West Bank are forced to return home to Gaza, where their love defies tradition. To reach his lover, Qays graffitis poetry across town. A modern retelling of the famous ancient Sufi parable Majnun Layla.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 4, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
AR
Original language
Country
Palestinian Territory
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Habibi about?
Two students in the West Bank are forced to return home to Gaza, where their love defies tradition. To reach his lover, Qays graffitis poetry across town. A modern retelling of the famous ancient S...
Who directed Habibi?
Habibi was directed by Susan Youssef.
How long is Habibi?
Habibi has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was Habibi released?
Habibi was released on September 4, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Habibi?
The main cast of Habibi includes Maisa Abd Elhadi, Qais Nashif, Yosef Abu Wardeh, Amer Khalil, Jihad Al-Khattib.