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Film Series 2006
March 5, 2006 - Paradise Now
Two young
Palestinian men -- Khaled and Said -- have been friends since childhood.
They are both recruited to carry out a suicide bombing in Tel Aviv. The
two men are allowed to spend what is presumably their last night alive
with their families. However, since absolute secrecy must be maintained
and they can tell nobody of their mission, theirs can be no proper
farewell. The next morning, the men are brought to the border. The bombs
have been attached to their bodies in such a way as to make them
completely hidden from view. However, the operation does not go
according to plan. Separated from each other and left to their own
devices, it's up to them to face their destiny and stand up for their
convictions.
"Paradise" isn't an easy film to absorb, and will outright offend many
(the broad contrast between Said's homeland and his sun-drenched,
bikini-infested target in Tel Aviv comes to mind). However, to provide
even a sliver of comprehension to this most impenetrable act of both
sacrifice and lunacy is a daring, and "Paradise Now" does a masterful
job getting in right under the skin.
Starring
Kais Nashef,
Ali Suliman, Lubna Azabal, Amer Hlehel, Hiam Abbass. Directed by
Hany Abu-Assad.
Genres: Drama/Crime
Running Time: 90 min.
Release Date: 2005
MPAA Rating: PG-13 for mature thematic material and brief strong
language.
Sunday Afternoons at the Valley Cinemas
20 Albany Street, Little Falls, NY
Curtain Time - 4:00 PM
