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Release Year2023
Runtime1h 56m
LanguageArabic
CertificationNR
GenresDrama
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DirectorAbdelhamid Bouchnak
WritersAbdelhamid Bouchnak
TypeFeature Film
Rating0.0 out of 10
Cast5 credited
Also Known AsThe Needle
About The Needle
A Tunisian couple, Dali and Mariem, welcomes their first child, only to discover the baby is intersex, with biological sex characteristics that do not fit typical male or female definitions. Confronted with societal pressure, family expectations, and their own uncertainties, they struggle to navigate the stigma and challenges imposed by rigid gender norms. As they grapple with decisions about identity, acceptance, and the future, the family’s bonds are tested, forcing them to confront deeply ingrained beliefs about gender, society, and parenthood.
Directed by Abdelhamid Bouchnak, The Needle leans on a strong ensemble — Fatma Sfar, Bilel Slatnia, Jamel Madani — 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.
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