The Horse of Jenin

The Horse of Jenin

2025
1h 20m
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"“The horse in Arabic is a symbol of freedom. But to us, this horse is much more. This horse is us.”"

Overview

Built from the debris of a major invasion, the Horse of Jenin sculpture became a constant presence in Alaa’s life growing up in Occupied Palestine. It stood proudly in the center of the city for twenty years, symbolizing hope and resistance. Then, on October 29, 2023, an Israeli bulldozer entered the city, ripping the sculpture from its place — and from its people. Now, Alaa is left wondering… What happened to the horse? Fresh from an acclaimed run at the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe Festival and combining storytelling, mask, and stand-up comedy, The Horse of Jenin is constructed from the fragments of Palestinian actor and comedian Alaa Shehada’s own memories and stands as an ode to the power of imagination and the resilience it brings.

Status: Released

Language: EN

Production Information

Production Companies
55B Productions
Spoken Languages
English

Quick Facts

Release Date August 1, 2025
Status Released
Language EN
Website Visit Site

Cast

Alaa Shehada
Alaa Shehada

Key Crew

Katrien van Beurden
Director
Thomas van Ouwerkerk
Director
Alaa Shehada
Writer