Sand Storm

A Bedouin village in Northern Israel. When Jalila's husband marries a second woman, Jalila and her daughter's world is shattered, and the women are torn between their commitment to the patriarchal rules and being true to themselves.

Directed by Elite Zexer, Sand Storm leans on a strong ensemble — Lamis Ammar, Ruba Bilal, Hitham Omari — 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 2016.