Three decades ago Palestinian actor Hiam Abbass (Paradise Now, Succession) left her native village Deir Hanna in Galilee to follow her acting dream in France.

After finding success in independent cinema and Hollywood she returns to Tiberias with her film director daughter Lina to explore her memories and the women she left behind.

Bye Bye Tiberias is Palestine’s official selection for Best International Feature at the 96th Academy Awards®.

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