It's Burning

Amal, Omar, and their son Ahmad are a happy Arab family living in Germany. At the playground, they encounter a man named Franz. The situation gets out of hand when Franz insults and attacks Amal because of her headscarf. The case goes to court, but an incident during the hearing changes everything for the family.

Directed by Erol Afşin, It's Burning leans on a strong ensemble — Halima Ilter, Kida Khodr Ramadan, Emir Kadir Taşkın — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2023.