Film Independent Members, you and a guest are invited to join us for a theatrical screening of Palestine 36, including an in-person conversation with writer/director Annemarie Jacir.

In 1936, as the British Empire tightens its grip on Palestine, Yusuf is caught between his village home and his work in Jerusalem. Amidst an anti-colonial revolt, and Jewish refugees fleeing persecution from Europe, all sides converge in a decisive moment for the entire region.

From Watermelon Pictures, Palestine 36 premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and will be released in early 2026. The film is Palestine’s official submission for consideration at the 2026 Academy Awards.

 
2025, 119 minutes, color | Written and Directed by Annemarie Jacir | Main Cast Hiam Abbas, Yasmine Al Massri, Karim Daoud Anaya, Robert Aramayo, Saleh Bakri, Liam Cunningham, Ward Helou, Billy Howle, Jeremy Irons, Dhafer L’Abidine | Produced by Ossama Bawardi
 

Registration Information

Film Lover Members receive priority entry at this event. Arts Circle Members are guaranteed access, and receive both priority entry and reserved seating. Email membership@filmindependent.org for more.

All Film Independent Members can register for this event starting at 2:00 pm PT on Monday, November 10. | Registration is free; one registration per Membership. | Proof of Member status is required to complete registration.
 

Tickets/Parking

On the day of the event, registered Members may pick up tickets as early as 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time – look for Film Independent signage. Tickets are nontransferable and for general, unreserved theater seating only (except for Arts Circle Members). Attendees must be in their seat(s) at least 15 minutes prior to the advertised start time or seat(s) may be released. Entry/seating will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests may not enter the venue without the Member who registered them present. Registration does not guarantee entry, even with a ticket in hand.

Validated parking will be provided. Park in the SAG-AFTRA Plaza parking structure behind the building. Enter from Curson Ave. or Masselin Ave. Street parking is also available.
 

Accessibility

Film Independent is committed to hosting events that are accessible. For inquiries regarding accessibility, or to request an accommodation, please contact us at accessibility@filmindependent.org or 323 556 9305.
 

Screening Policies

Availability window and registration capacity may vary; always register as early as possible. Limit one registration per individual, per event.

Attendees are required to follow all rules and guidelines as laid out by Film Independent and/or its partners. If a guest has been registered for an event by a Member, these policies shall apply to that guest. Violation of policies may result in suspension or termination of Membership/access to future events.

Event details and guest participation are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice.