A Tunisian couple, Dali and Mariem, welcomes their first child, only to discover the baby is intersex, with biological sex characteristics that do not fit typical male or female definitions. Confronted with societal pressure, family expectations, and their own uncertainties, they struggle to navigate the stigma and challenges imposed by rigid gender norms. As they grapple with decisions about identity, acceptance, and the future, the family’s bonds are tested, forcing them to confront deeply ingrained beliefs about gender, society, and parenthood.
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Abdelhamid Bouchnak Director · Hatem Nechi Cinematographer
First release December 6, 2023 · Original title الإبرة
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Original title
الإبرة
Original language
Arabic
Spoken on screen
Arabic
Release dates
Tunisia · December 6, 2023
Theatrical
No release date listed for United States.
Italy
November 26, 2024 · Premiere · Torino Film Festival
South Korea
May 13, 2024 · Premiere · Africa Film Festival
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