Reviews

“Such a beautiful film. As a Palestinian, I was really emotional.”
Yafa El Masri, Durham UK
“Incredibly moving … The human story is most
touching for its stoicism and dignity.”
Avi Shlaim, Oxford
“I love how Aisha and her family get to tell their own story, and how the film shows what kept us intact in diaspora – a loving father, a strong resilient mother, and a communal meal from the homeland.”
Jinan Sawahreh, foodways educator and chef @dagon.ps
“I’ve never seen such a grounded and heartfelt
depiction of belonging through food …
As a documentary filmmaker, this was a masterclass.”
Reviewer of DOXA screening
“A beautiful piece of work.”
Christiane Dabdoub, author and heritage specialist, Bethlehem
“Brings forward, with such integrity, the critical questions of our time.”
Gillian Calder, professor of law
“I cried happy tears over my Palestinian heritage
for the first time in a long time.”
Kyla Mort, student
“Inspiring and poignant … Highly recommended as a way to understand Palestinian heritage, self-determination, and resistance.”
Charles Z. Levkoe, Canada Research Chair in Equitable Food Systems
“Profoundly touching! Reminds us of the incredible
power of art to keep a people’s story alive.”
Basma Majerbi, professor of business
“So touching and emotional.”
Tammara Soma, co-director, Food is My Teacher
“Aisha’s Story highlights the strength and resilience of Palestinian women and the passing down of heritage and values through generations.”
Dersu Yazicioglu, art historian, İzmir
“Aisha’s Story is stunning.”
Jordan Stanger-Ross, historian
