Synopsis
In 2007, Yahya works at his friend Osama’s falafel shop in Gaza, which doubles as a drug dealing front. His entanglement leads him to witness a terrible crime. A couple years later, Gaza’s Ministry of Culture randomly chooses Yahya to star in a TV series that highlights martyrs and heroes of the resistance. As conflict simmers in the distance, Yahya unexpectedly receives real weapons, heightening the stakes as the show provides him with an opportunity to confront the perpetrator of the offense that changed his life.
Once Upon a Time in Gaza (2025) is a 1h 27min drama feature film by Tarzan Nasser. In 2007, Yahya works at his friend Osama’s falafel shop in Gaza, which doubles as a drug dealing front.
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Festival History
- Göteborg Film Festival 2026 generic
- Cannes Film Festival 2025 generic
- Festival du Nouveau Cinéma 2025 - International Panorama
- Mill Valley Film Festival 2025 generic
- São Paulo International Film Festival 2025 generic
