The film is directed by Lebanese filmmaker Daniel Arbid The film presents a deep human narrative reflecting issues of identity

The 76th edition of the Berlin International Film Festival, which opened its events on Thursday and will continue until February 22, launched the world premiere of the film “Who Dares” as part of the opening of the “Panorama” section, featuring a prominent presence of Arab cinema in one of the world’s most important film festivals.

The film is directed by Lebanese filmmaker Daniel Arbid and stars Palestinian actress Hiam Abbas alongside Amin Ben Rashid. It is part of the “Panorama” section, known for supporting bold works that explore human and social issues in a profound way.

The film’s story “Who Dares” unfolds in Beirut, a city weighed down by challenges, where an unconventional love develops between “Othman”, a Sudanese young man without official papers striving for a better life, and “Susan”, a Palestinian widow significantly older than him.

Through this complex relationship, the film presents a deep human narrative reflecting issues of identity, exile, and love amid a tense social and political reality. The film raises questions about belonging, boundaries, and human connection during times of crisis, relying heavily on sensitive directorial vision and intense performances, particularly by Hiam Abbas, who once again demonstrates her strong presence in global cinema through the Berlin Film Festival.