The Noble Tree (CHAJARAT AL KHAIR)
Made in Qatar
Ghassan Kairouz, PASCALE Abou Jamra / Short Narrative / Qatar / 2017 / 3 min / Colour / Apple Pro Res 422
In Arabic / English subtitles
Interests: Animation, Drama, Environmental, Family, Children, Education
International Premiere
Rated: Parental guidance is advised. Some material may be inappropriate for young children.
Synopsis
Once upon a time, four trees grew around a lake. The youngest tree was the most popular with visitors, because of its cooling shade and the delicious fruits it produced. Jealous, the other trees conspired to create a blockade that will starve the young tree of water– but they neglected to recognise that there are other ways of finding energy and continuing life. ‘The Noble Tree’ is a lovely parable that warns of the foolishness of isolationism and bullying.
About the Directors
Pascale Abou Jamra and Ghassan Kairouz are filmmakers living in Qatar. They have made short films and documentaries all around the Arab world, including 'Takrir' (2014) and 'Jude' (2013), both of which appeared at Ajyal.
Credits
- Director
- Ghassan Kairouz, PASCALE Abou Jamra
- Screenwriter
- PASCALE ABOU JAMRA & GHASSAN KAIROUZ
- Producer
- PASCALE ABOU JAMRA
- Music
- PASCALE ABOU JAMRA