The Attackers

Amin Jaafari, a successful Arab surgeon living in Tel Aviv, believes he has successfully assimilated into Israeli society. His life is shattered when his wife, who was with him during a suicide bombing, is revealed to be the bomber. As he grapples with this devastating revelation and faces suspicion from authorities, Amin embarks on a desperate journey to uncover the truth and clear his wife's name, or at least understand her motives.

The Attackers received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its sensitive handling of complex political and personal themes, strong performances, and gripping narrative. It was praised for its ability to humanize characters on all sides of a deeply divisive conflict.

• A powerful and thought-provoking drama that explores identity, betrayal, and the human cost of conflict.
• Features a standout performance from Ali Suliman as a man caught between two worlds.
• The film masterfully navigates moral ambiguity and avoids easy answers.

Google audience: Audiences lauded the film's compelling story, excellent acting, and its ability to provoke deep reflection on complex issues. Many appreciated its nuanced portrayal of characters and the emotional depth of the narrative.

Won the Best Film award at the 2012 Abu Dhabi Film Festival (where it premiered), and was awarded Best Actor for Ali Suliman at the 2013 Asia Pacific Screen Awards. It also received nominations at various international film festivals.

The film's director, Ziad Doueiri, faced significant backlash and controversy in Lebanon for his involvement in producing the film, leading to a ban on its screening there.