<2> Finding Palestine Everywhere But Palestine: An Interview with Cherien Dabis
<3> A Journey of Self-Discovery and Cinematic Storytelling
As the Palestinian-American filmmaker Cherien Dabis embarks on a journey to share her award-winning movie, All That’s Left of You, with audiences in select US theaters, she reflects on the process that led her to “find Palestine everywhere but Palestine.” In this exclusive interview, Dabis opens up about her experiences, inspirations, and the creative decisions that shaped her cinematic masterpiece.
<3> A Family Legacy of Storytelling
Growing up in a Palestinian-American family, Dabis was surrounded by stories of her ancestors and their experiences. Her grandmother, in particular, played a significant role in shaping her love for storytelling. “My grandmother was an incredible storyteller,” Dabis recalls. “She would tell me stories about our family’s history, about the struggles we faced, and about the resilience of our people.” These stories instilled in Dabis a deep appreciation for the power of narrative and its ability to connect people across cultures and generations.
<3> The Birth of All That’s Left of You
Dabis’s latest film, All That’s Left of You, is a poignant and introspective