West Bank Story
West Bank Story is a 2005 American short musical comedy film directed by Ari Sandel. The film is a parody of the classic musical West Side Story, set in the West Bank and featuring a conflict between two rival falafel stands.
Plot[edit | edit source]
The story revolves around the rivalry between the Palestinian-owned "Hummus Hut" and the Israeli-owned "Kosher King" falafel stands. The owners of the two stands, Fatima and David, are constantly at odds, mirroring the larger Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Despite the animosity between their families, Fatima's daughter, Fatima, and David's son, David, fall in love.
The film uses humor and music to address serious issues such as cultural differences, prejudice, and the possibility of reconciliation. The climax of the film involves a series of misunderstandings and comedic events that ultimately lead to a resolution where both sides learn to coexist peacefully.
Cast[edit | edit source]
- Ben Newmark as David
- Noureen DeWulf as Fatima
- A.J. Tannen as Ariel
- Assaf Cohen as Ahmed
- Joanna Jones as Rachel
Production[edit | edit source]
West Bank Story was produced by Ari Sandel and Amy Kim, with a screenplay written by Sandel and Kim Ray. The film was shot on location in California, with a budget of approximately $74,000. The musical score was composed by Yuval Ron, and the choreography was done by Chris Downey.
Reception[edit | edit source]
The film received positive reviews for its clever satire and unique approach to addressing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. It won the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film at the 79th Academy Awards in 2007.
Themes[edit | edit source]
West Bank Story explores themes of love, conflict, and reconciliation. It highlights the absurdity of prejudice and the potential for harmony through mutual understanding and cooperation. The film's use of humor and music serves to make these serious themes more accessible to a broad audience.
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