Kino Lorber acquires Gaza documentary ‘Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk'
Kino Lorber has secured North American distribution rights to Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk, a documentary by filmmaker Sepideh Farsi that captures life in Gaza through the lens of young Palestinian photojournalist Fatma Hassouna. The film, which made its world premiere in the 2025 Cannes ACID section and was later screened at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival, offers a poignant look at the human cost of war and will be released theatrically by Kino Lorber, followed by digital, educational and home video rollouts.
Told through video conversations between Farsi and Hassouna during the Israeli military invasion of Gaza, the film presents an unfiltered, personal account of life under siege. Tragedy struck just one day after the film's Cannes selection was announced when Hassouna and her family were killed in a targeted Israeli airstrike on April 16. The documentary now stands as both a powerful artistic achievement and a final testament to Hassouna's life, voice and vision.
Combining urgency with emotional depth, Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk reveals the daily realities of young Palestinians caught in a seemingly unending cycle of conflict. The deal was negotiated by Karoliina Dwyer, VP of Acquisitions at Kino Lorber, and Sébastien Chesneau of Cercamon.
'Sepideh Farsi has crafted an intimate, courageous film that now stands as a final testament to the life of her friend, photojournalist and poet Fatma Hassouna. In the face of her tragic death and the continued destruction of Gaza, it feels more important than ever to ensure that Fatma's story is heard. We're honored and proud to partner with Sepideh and bring Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk to North American audiences,' said Dwyer.
'This film is a hand stretched out towards Gaza, trying to make a film despite the physical blockade, in order to reach the human. My encounter with Fatem, who became my mirrored soul, was a miracle. Her sunny smile and her photos will forever be a vivid testimony to the sufferings of the Palestinian people. I'm deeply moved to see the film released in North America by Kino Lorber, allowing Fatem's voice and spirit to resonate far beyond the borders she was never allowed to cross,' added director Sepideh Farsi.
Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk is produced by Rêves d'Eau Productions in co-production with 24images. Sepideh Farsi is credited as the writer, director, cinematographer and editor of the film.
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