'Severed' is a poignant film that chronicles the life of Mohamad Saleh, an 18-year-old who has endured tremendous loss and trauma amidst repeated assaults on Gaza. As he navigates his life in exile in Egypt, the film explores his emotional journey and the broader experiences of those affected by the conflict. Director Jen Marlowe reflects on her relationship with Mohamad, capturing his story and the harrowing circumstances that have shaped his existence, highlighting both despair and resilience in the face of suffering.
I knew, of course, they were not. What I was really asking was: are you still alive?
Through his eyes, we see the pain and trauma endured by thousands in Gaza, alongside their remarkable strength, resilience, and determination to live.
My sister Maisa Saleh 28 years, My niece Habiba Sawalha 16 years, Kareem Al-Sawalha 10 years, my niece Sham Sawalha, 9 months. We belong to Allah and to Him we shall return.
I first met Mohamad in March 2019... he had been shot by an Israeli sniper above his knee.
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