Paekākāriki Film Festival: "Wajib: The Wedding Invitation" (2017)
After years abroad in Italy, Shadi (Bakri) returns to his native Nazareth. But this is no spectacular homecoming. He's back somewhat begrudgingly to honour his "wajib" (or duty) to hand out invitations to his sister's wedding with his father, as per local Palestinian custom.
Terrific performances from real-life father and son Mohammad and Saleh Bakri, whose charismatic on-screen relationship is both relatable and highly enjoyable.
WHERE: St Peter's VIllage Hall, Paekākāriki
WHEN: Doors open at 5pm, screening starts at 5:30pm!
HOW MUCH: All tickets for this screening are $10!
Ticketing information:
We take cash or bank transfer at the door.
OR you can buy a festival Season Pass for $40 for all five movies (and save $20).
If you'd like a Season Pass, please transfer $40 to Paekakariki Community Trust (Film Fest Account) with your name(s) clearly stated so you're on the list! : # 02-0733-0096820-027
You can also buy a season pass on the door.
All money from ticket sales will go to screening fees for the filmmakers, and to the Community Trust for upkeep of our important community hall.
Full Festival Schedule:
- June 9th, 5.30pm: Red Mole: A Romance (NZ, 2023)
- June 16th, 2pm: Red, White & Brass (NZ, 2023)
- June 16th, 5.30pm: Illustrious Energy (NZ, 1988)
- June 23rd, 5.30pm: Wajib: The Wedding Invitation (Palestine, 2017)
- June 30th, 5.30pm: The Wicker Man (UK, 1973) [a costume finale!]
~ Festival curated by Andrew Armitage and Kathleen Winter~
