Waiting For Giraffes

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Waiting For Giraffes, is a 2016 Palestinian movie, directed by Marco de Stefanis. with a runtime of 84 minutes.

Overview

Waiting for Giraffes is a documentary film that follows the remarkable story of the Qalqilya Zoo, the only Palestinian zoo, which has survived two intifadas and the construction of the Israeli separation wall. The film chronicles the zoo's determined efforts to gain international recognition and to replace the giraffes it lost during years of conflict. A poignant portrait of resilience and survival, the film reveals how the zoo's staff and animals endure against extraordinary odds, turning a story about animals into a deeply human tale of perseverance under occupation.

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