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Yunan

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Haunted by vivid dreams and tormented by inner demons, an Arab author embarks on a journey to a remote German island driven by a desire to end his life. Amidst the depths of his despair, an encounter with an elderly woman and her son illuminates life's hidden beauty, igniting a silent yet powerful redemption and a reawakening of his desire for life.

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Guy Lodge Variety Feb 25
As a mellow, slow-burning study of cross-cultural human connection, the film is quietly rewarding; a folkloric parallel strand, mapping the protagonist’s journey onto his native heritage, is less successful. Go to Full Review David Rooney The Hollywood Reporter Feb 25
The somber drama has a cumulative spell, intensified by its hypnotic visual command and an atmospheric principal setting on Germany’s Hallig Islands. Go to Full Review Jack Walters Loud and Clear Reviews Apr 24
3.5/5
"Yunan is a thoroughly sentimental drama that authentically explores mental health in modern society, despite some unnecessary experiments." Go to Full Review Joseph Fahim Middle East Eye Mar 23
Yunan is self-involved, stubbornly insular narration, leading to a highly problematic standardisation and flattening of Arab exile – a complex experience shaped by class, politics, and disparate psychological factors. Go to Full Review Nicholas Bell IONCINEMA.com Feb 25
2.5/5
As an exercise on the inherent power which resides in the kindness of strangers, Eldin’s poetic posturing might outstay its welcome, but it’s a welcome message, nonetheless. Go to Full Review Lee Marshall Screen International Feb 25
Those hungry for new auteurs may be curious to catch Yunan, a film which confirms Eldin has a real knack for cinematic mood painting. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Cast & Crew

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Ameer Fakher Eldin

Director

Georges Khabbaz

Munir

Hanna Schygulla

Valeska

Ali Suliman

Shepard

Sibel Kekilli

Shepardess

Tom Wlaschiha

Karl
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Movie Info

Synopsis Haunted by vivid dreams and tormented by inner demons, an Arab author embarks on a journey to a remote German island driven by a desire to end his life. Amidst the depths of his despair, an encounter with an elderly woman and her son illuminates life's hidden beauty, igniting a silent yet powerful redemption and a reawakening of his desire for life.
Director
Ameer Fakher Eldin
Producer
Dorothe Beinemeier, Catherine Chagnon, Marco Valerio Fusco, Micaela Fusco, Tony Copti, Jiries Copti
Screenwriter
Ameer Fakher Eldin
Production Co
Red Balloon Film
Genre
Drama
Original Language
German
Runtime
2h 4m