Film
Citizen Osama
Documentary · 1h 9m · in cinemas from 13 November
Where to see it
7 screenings in 2 cities
5 screenings in Amsterdam
About
A former artistic photographer in besieged northern Gaza documents the war while trying to provide for his wife and newborn child.
In besieged northern Gaza, Osama, a former artistic photographer, now works as a war documentarian and journalist. Osama Al-Ashi appears as himself. He has a wife and a newborn child, and he struggles to provide for them amid hunger and wartime. With a press vest, a phone and a camera, he records the everyday destruction of Gaza as bombs fall. Director Ahmed Hassouna follows Osama closely and films his personal life, including his responsibility for his newborn child and the fears that fatherhood brings under violence. Osama's parents also appear; they fear daily for their son's life. The film shows how Osama moves between his work as a reporter and the care for his family, and it includes moments of camaraderie and hope among Palestinians.
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Trailer
Official trailer · TMDBYouTube
Cast and crew
- Osama Al-Ashias Self
- Director
- Ahmed Hassouna
- Written by
- Ahmed Hassouna
- Countries
- France
- Studios
- Coorigines Production, Filcam Media Production, Masharawi Fund for Films and Filmmakers in Gaza
Good to know
- Running time
- 1 hour 9 minutes
- Language
- Arabic
- In Dutch cinemas
- From 13 November 2026
Questions
How long is Citizen Osama?
1 hour 9 minutes. Most cinemas add 15 to 20 minutes of trailers first, so plan for about 1 hour 29 minutes.
Where can I see Citizen Osama?
There are 7 screenings at 6 cinemas in 2 cities, most in Amsterdam (5) and Groningen (2). Pick your city above for the times.
What language is Citizen Osama in?
Citizen Osama is in Arabic. A foreign-language film normally plays in its original version with Dutch subtitles.
Who is in Citizen Osama?
Osama Al-Ashi plays Self.
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