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Orthodox Intifada

‘Orthodox Intifada’ is a feature documentary set in the Bethlehem region, a Palestinian area in the core of what is known as the ‘Holy Land’. Following extraordinary characters from the local Christian community, it deals with the social and political effects of the Greek control over the Roman Orthodox church and this Palestinian Christian community. The story unfolds through the eyes of the local filmmaker accompanying friends and relatives who fight for their community’s rights. At the same time, she attempts to come to terms with her upbringing and social norms.

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‘Orthodox Intifada’ is a feature documentary set in the Bethlehem region, a Palestinian area in the core of what is known as the ‘Holy Land’. Following extraordinary characters from the local Christian community, it deals with the social and political effects of the Greek control over the Roman Orthodox church and this Palestinian Christian community. The story unfolds through the eyes of the local filmmaker accompanying friends and relatives who fight for their community’s rights. At the same time, she attempts to come to terms with her upbringing and social norms.

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