Hiam Abbass Stars in Dark Comedy 'Occupational Hazards' About Palestinian Family Facing Displacement in Jerusalem
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Nick Vivarelli
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Hiam Abbass (known for 'Succession') stars in the dark comedy 'Occupational Hazards,' a satirical film about a Palestinian family in Jerusalem facing forced displacement. Directed by Bassel Ghandour, the film takes inspiration from real demolition campaigns in East Jerusalem and has just completed principal photography in Jordan.
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VarietyHiam Abbass Stars in Dark Comedy 'Occupational Hazards' About Palestinian Family Facing Displacement in Jerusalemvariety.comKey quotes
· 2 pulledHiam Abbass, who played Marcia Roy in HBO's 'Succession,' will soon be on the big screen in the politically-charged dark comedy 'Occupational Hazards,' about a Palestinian family in Jerusalem contending with the risk of forced displacement.
Bassel Ghandour ('Theeb,' 'The Alleys') has just completed principal photography in Jordan on the timely satirical film, which takes its cue from demolition campaigns to allegedly displace Palestinian families living in East Jerusalem's historic neighborhoods.
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