Father-daughter Film Set in Gaza Wins TIFF NETPAC Award

WHO:

Deadline - The film "Thirteen in Gaza" was directed by Palestinian director Hosam Abu Dan.

WHAT:

Salon - The film "Thirteen in Gaza" presents testimony that Israel cannot easily deny.

Deadline - "Thirteen in Gaza" won the prestigious NETPAC Award at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).

Deadline - The film is a father-daughter drama set against the backdrop of the devastated Palestinian territory.

WHERE:

Deadline - The film was shot entirely in Gaza.

WHEN:

Deadline - "Thirteen in Gaza" world premiered in TIFF’s Centrepiece sidebar over the weekend.

HOW:

Deadline - The film was shot using local resources in Gaza.

(UPDATED September 21, 2026 19:59 UTC)

The film "Thirteen in Gaza" has been released, showcasing testimony that presents challenges for Israel to deny. This documentary aims to shed light on the complexities of the situation in Gaza. As audiences engage with its content, it is expected to spark discussions and debates around the ongoing conflict.

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(UPDATED September 21, 2026 19:03 UTC)

The film "Thirteen in Gaza," directed by Palestinian filmmaker Hosam Abu Dan, has won the prestigious NETPAC Award at the Toronto International Film Festival. This father-daughter drama, which was shot entirely in Gaza using local resources, world premiered in TIFF’s Centrepiece sidebar over the weekend. Set against the backdrop of the devastated Palestinian territory, the film highlights the personal stories emerging from this challenging environment.