What Walaa Wants
Raised in a refugee camp in the West Bank while her mother was in prison, Walaa dreams of being a policewoman, wearing a uniform, avoiding marriage, and earning a salary. Despite discouragement from her family, Walaa applies - and gets in. But her own rebellious behavior and a complicated relationship with her mother are a challenge, as are the circumstances under which she lives. Following Walaa from 15 to 21, this first-ever look inside the Palestinian police academy brings us the story of a young woman navigating formidable obstacles, learning which rules to break and follow, and disproving the negative predictions from her surroundings and the world at large.
Directed by Christy Garland · Written by Christy Garland
Where to Watch
Streaming
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Cast
- Walaa Khaled Fawzy Tanji Self
- Latifa Abu Draa Self
- Mohammad Tanji Self
- Samia Khaled Tanji Self
- Noaam Tanji Self
Make it a double feature
3h 54m together
What Walaa Wants
The Corporation
A close match in mood and era.
