Wajib

A schoolteacher who values community rituals and social standing.

The story follows (played by Saleh Bakri), an architect living in Rome who returns to his hometown of Nazareth for his sister's wedding. In accordance with local custom ( wajib ), he must join his father, Abu Shadi (played by Mohammad Bakri), in hand-delivering wedding invitations to every guest—a process that takes them across the city over the course of a single day. A schoolteacher who values community rituals and social

A cynical expat who finds the traditions outdated and is frustrated by the political and social realities of life in Israel. Key Details A cynical expat who finds the traditions outdated

Annemarie Jacir Explores Obligations of Tradition in Feature Wajib Plot Overview

(Arabic: واجب, meaning "Duty") is a 2017 Palestinian feature film written and directed by Annemarie Jacir . It is a dark comedy and family drama that explores the intricate relationship between a father and son as they navigate local traditions and personal tensions in the city of Nazareth. Plot Overview