Divine Intervention

2002, Drama, 1h 32m

68 Reviews 1,000+ Ratings

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Suleiman utilizes absurdist humor to craft a provocative, original film. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

Lovers (Elia Suleiman, Manal Khader) from different cities meet at an Israeli checkpoint and observe unfolding events.
  • Genre:
    Drama
  • Original Language:
    Arabic
  • Director:
    Elia Suleiman
  • Producer:
    Humbert Balsan
  • Writer:
    Elia Suleiman
  • Release Date (Theaters):
     wide
  • Release Date (Streaming):
  • Box Office (Gross USA):
    $390.8K
  • Runtime:
  • Distributor:
    Avatar Films
  • Sound Mix:
    Dolby SR, Dolby Digital, Dolby A, Dolby Stereo
  • Aspect Ratio:
    Flat (1.85:1)

Cast & Crew

Elia Suleiman
E.S.
Manal Khader
Woman
Nayef Fahoum Daher
E.S.'s Father
George Ibrahim
Santa Claus
George Khleifi
Jerusalem Neighbor
Avi Kleinberger
Trainer & Tax Collector
Elia Suleiman
Director
Elia Suleiman
Writer
Humbert Balsan
Producer
Elia Suleiman
Co-Producer
Avi Kleinberger
Line Producer
Joachim Ortmanns
Co-Producer
Babette Schröder
Associate Producer
Marc-André Batigne
Cinematographer
Véronique Lange
Film Editing
Miguel Markin
Production Design
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Critic Reviews for Divine Intervention

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Audience Reviews for Divine Intervention

  • Jan 03, 2010
    A thoughtful well paced drama with comedic bits outlining a very personal and tortured relationship between Palestinians at the wrong side of a checkpoint.
    John B Super Reviewer
  • Aug 27, 2008
    Art drenched in mythological symbols,yes?Most certainly,and poesie is included on the humanitarian cycle.Suleiman inherits the Tati syndrome and with a few Keaton persona strife,the facial expression reflects the round-up of his marvelous essence.Divine Intervention is a groundbreaking achievement,Kaurismaki must be jealous not for the political satire but for the deadpan environment!!!
    Dimitris S Super Reviewer
  • Apr 16, 2007
    Very strange film! It could be consider a drama because of the Palestine and Israel conflict. But could be seen as a comedy because of some very unexpected moments. The love story really makes you think about what real love is. Overall, it is very original and bold!
    Linda K Super Reviewer
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