Isra’a (Abeer Mohammed) lives with her husband Ahmed (Khaled Hamdan) and their three children in the old port city of Aden in southern Yemen. Their everyday lives are shaped by the civil war. Ahmed used to work for television, but after several salary cheques were not paid, he is now earning his money as a driver. When Isra’a unexpectedly becomes pregnant, the couple faces a crisis. They both know they cannot afford a fourth child: they are about to move to a cheaper flat and the children’s school fees are due. Together they decide on an abortion.

Set against the backdrop of one of the world’s most devastating civil wars, this sensitive family drama provides us with a glimpse into the society of a country largely unknown beyond its borders.

This screening is part of Ciné of Sanctuary, a project supported by the Queen's University CiviContribution Fund. The event is part of this year's Féile an Phobail, Ireland's Biggest Community Arts Festival. Limited free tickets will be available through charitable organisations. Please get in touch if you'd like to enquire about free tickets on qftmanager@qub.ac.uk.