Join us for a relaxed but meaningful social gathering as part of the Bristol Palestine Film Festival. At a time when Palestinians continue to endure devastating violence, loss of life, displacement and the destruction of homes and communities, coming together through culture, creativity and shared experiences feels more important than ever. You don't need to be familiar with Palestinian history or cinema to join us – just bring an open mind and an interest in culture, people and storytelling. Everyone is welcome! Our plan for the day: 📸 10.45 am – Palestine Photography Exhibition at The Island Gallery We'll begin with a visit to Palestine Through the Lens, an exhibition featuring 30 photographs from the Network of Photographers for Palestine. The exhibition offers a powerful visual portrait of Palestinian life, capturing everything from everyday moments, family and community to landscapes, traditions, cultural identity and the realities of occupation and displacement. It also includes photographs of Gaza before and after the devastation, highlighting the profound changes, memories and losses experienced by Palestinian communities. More than just photography, these images offer an opportunity to witness personal stories, celebrate Palestinian heritage and gain a deeper understanding of the people and places behind the headlines. A chance to reflect, connect and appreciate the power of photography in preserving history, identity and collective memory. ☕ 12:00 noon – Lunch (optional, refreshments) and socialising at Watershed. There will be an opportunity to grab something to eat or drink at Watershed before the film screening. We can spend some time chatting, sharing thoughts about the exhibition and getting to know one another in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. 🎬 1:00 pm – Film Screening at Watershed: The Reports on Sarah and Saleem (2018) We'll come together to watch The Reports on Sarah and Saleem (2018), directed by Palestinian filmmaker Muayad Alayan. Set in J

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