We Shall Return

Filmstill We Shall Return

We Shall Return

Raj'in
Keren Manor, Faiz Abu Rmeleh
DOK Neuland
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Germany,
Palestine
2026
24 minutes
English
German premiere
A disturbing documentation of forced displacement in the West Bank, centered on first-person accounts of Palestinians under constant pressure by Israeli forces and settlers. The film is made of both 360° footage as well as vernacular images captured by locals and activists over a period of three years. While a documentation of violence, the film also shows humanity in the face of inhumanity, led by people whose homes were destroyed and whose communities continue to be impacted. It documents violence but also poetry, compassion and resilience. The project also critically considers the viewer's perspective – it invites the audience to experience the topic first-hand, whilst at the same time making conscious decisions of what to show and what not to show in immersive view.

The piece is accompanied by images taken in the West Bank by the photo collective Activestills, of which the two directors are members. There are also volunteers on site to offer emotional support and conversation.

Dana Melaver

Contains mentions of physical violence, violence against animals

Contains depictions of physical violence, violence against animals

Photosensitivity warning: Contains flashes of light that may trigger seizures for people with visual sensitivities.

Screenings & Tickets DOK Leipzig Logo

This work is part of our exhibition

DOK Neuland: Landslide

27/10–1/11/2026 
Free entry

Find seven works at Kohlrabizirkus. 

Tue–Sun | 11:00–18:00
Wed | 12:00–20:00

Taking place at Kohlrabizirkus with one piece situated at the Leipzig Central Station ground-floor and a special performance at Heilandskirche/Westkreuz.

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Credits DOK Leipzig Logo

Director
Keren Manor, Faiz Abu Rmeleh
Script
Gayatri Parameswaran, Keren Manor, 'Alya Mleihat
Cinematographer
Faiz Abu Rmeleh, Keren Manor
Editor
Christian Möller, Keren Manor
Producer
Gayatri Parameswaran, Felix Gaedtke
Sound
Faiz Abu Rmeleh, Billy Mello
Sound Design
Billy Mello

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Main Contact
Keren Manor