BLESSED BENEFIT

/Fiction Métrage Long

Scénario Mahmoud Al Massad

DOP Giorgos Mihelis

Montage Simone habri/ Mahmoud Massad

SYNOPSIS

The film tells the story of a father facing financial and ethical challenges under

Israeli occupation. He must balance his principles with material needs to ensure his

family’s well-being. This struggle highlights the complexity of tough choices a parent

must make under harsh circumstances.

MAHMOUD AL MASSAD

Mahmoud al-Massad, a Jordanian director and cinematographer born in 1969,  tudied cinematic arts at Yarmouk University. He has directed 12 short films,  including the acclaimed Shater Hassan, nominated for the Cannes Film Festival.