THE WORLD IS SMALLER THAN YOU THINK.

Filmmaker Elia Suleiman escapes from Palestine in search of an alternative homeland, only to discover that his homeland follows him wherever he goes. The promise of a fresh start soon unravels into a comedy of errors: whether in Paris or New York, reminders of Palestine are always close at hand. From beloved Palestinian director Elia Suleiman, this comic saga explores identity, nationality, and belonging, posing a fundamental question: Where is the place we can truly call home?

This comedy won both the Special Mention from the Main Competition Jury and FIPRESCI Prize at the 2019 Cannes Film Festival, but its theatrical release was delayed for over a year due to the pandemic, limiting its reach despite widespread praise. Suleiman's distinctive visual satire continues his acclaimed tradition of observational comedy that speaks to universal themes of displacement and belonging.