The Idol (Ya Tayr El Tayer) / Hany Abu-Assad

From multi-award winning director Hany Abu-Assad, a 'feel good' movie from Palestine. Idol is based on the true story of Mohammed Assaf, a Palestinian from Gaza, who grew up to become the winner of the 2013 version of "Arab Idol", and the irresistible symbol of hope for Palestinians worldwide.

Director: Hany Abu-Assad

Awards:  Golden Orange Award for Best Director (International)

RT: 95 mins

Reviews:

 NPR: "The Idol isn't as complex asParadise Now, Abu-Assad's 2005 masterpiece, but neither is it a propaganda piece about noble Gazans and their unseen oppressors."

Variety: "A simply told but thoroughly captivating portrait..."