Who Dares” Starring Hiam Abbass Opens Berlinale Panorama 2026
The film “Who Dares”, directed by Danielle Arbid, opens the Panorama section of the 2026 Berlin International Film Festival, marking its world premiere and highlighting the section’s focus on bold, human-centered cinema.
✨ A Powerful Opening Statement
Opening Panorama with “Who Dares” signals the film’s artistic weight, as the section is known for presenting daring works that confront contemporary social and political questions 🎥🌍.
🎭 Arab Talent on the Global Stage
Starring Hiam Abbass alongside Amin Ben Rachid, the film is a French–Lebanese–Qatari co-production, underscoring strong Arab representation at one of the world’s most prestigious film festivals ✨.
💔 An Unconventional Love Story
Set in crisis-stricken Beirut, the film follows an unexpected relationship between Asman, an undocumented Sudanese man searching for survival and hope, and Suzanne, a Palestinian-origin widow more than twice his age.
Through this imbalance, the film explores themes of identity, exile, power, and love as an act of resistance ❤️🔥.
🎞️ Subtle and Psychological Storytelling
Avoiding overt political rhetoric, the film relies on psychological depth and nuanced performances. Hiam Abbass delivers a powerful portrayal of a woman suspended between memory and loss, facing an emotional journey that reshapes her place in the world.
🌍 Danielle Arbid at Berlinale
The film’s selection confirms Danielle Arbid’s position as a prominent Arab-European cinematic voice and reinforces Berlinale’s commitment to cinema that places the human experience at the heart of conflict and inquiry.
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