When does the screening of Palestine 36 begin?

The screening begins on 18.05.2026 at 18:00.

What is the admission price?

For the Monday cinema day, the admission is €7.90.

Where does the event take place?

At filmforum Duisburg, Dellplatz 16, 47051 Duisburg.

Is the cinema accessible?

The filmforum points out that the website and ticket shop are partially accessible. Specific instructions apply on-site depending on individual needs.

Are there parking options nearby?

Yes, there are numerous parking spaces available in the area of the filmforum that can be used free of charge after 20:00.

How do I get there using public transport?

Duisburg main train station is about a 15-minute walk away. Additionally, the cinema is well-connected via the stops Steinsche Gasse and Friedrich-Wilhelm-Platz.

Palestine 36 unfolds great history, strong images, and subtle tension at filmforum Duisburg

Name: Palestine 36 – Premiere at filmforum Duisburg
Start: 2026-05-18T20:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-05-18T22:00:00+02:00
Location: filmforum

A historical film drama of rare power at filmforum Duisburg

With Palestine 36, a compelling historical cinematic experience is on the program at filmforum Duisburg, blending political tension, cultural memory, and grand visual language. The director Annemarie Jacir tells the story of a region in upheaval and characters whose personal decisions are caught in the whirlpool of history.

When history becomes a cinematic experience

The film takes us to the spring of 1936, a time of growing tensions between the Jordan and the Mediterranean. From the raw material of history, Jacir shapes a multifaceted drama about emergence, resistance, and the fragile order of a colonial everyday life. The combination of political background, literary narrative style, and precise scene work makes this screening particularly appealing to culturally interested visitors.

Tension, language, and historical depth

Palestine 36 works with a dense, atmospheric dramaturgy: A radio station, a journalist shadowed by a male pseudonym, a young chauffeur caught between everyday life and choice. The film does not merely unfold as a lesson but as an intense narrative about courage, belonging, and the struggle for interpretive authority. The documentary references enhance the historical quality of the material and lend a special seriousness to the evening.

The filmforum as a fitting venue for great narratives

The filmforum am Dellplatz is one of the most distinguished municipal cinemas in Germany and is known for film art beyond the mainstream. Its location in the heart of Duisburg, the classic cinema atmosphere, and the culturally aware audience create a setting that visibly accommodates historically demanding productions. Here, cinema is not only shown but also experienced as a cultural dialogue.

Conclusion

For those interested in political cinema, historical narratives, and the power of European arthouse and program cinema, Palestine 36 offers an evening of high relevance and emotional depth. The reading atmosphere of the venue, the visual language of the film, and the historical breadth of the material promise a thoughtfully conceived cinematic experience that lingers long after. Experience it best live at filmforum Duisburg.