The Sea

A twelve-year-old Palestinian boy named Khaled attempts to see the ocean for the first time, but Israeli authorities block his passage at a checkpoint. Driven by a desire to reach the coast, Khaled enters Israel secretly and begins a perilous solo trek toward the water. As the boy navigates this unfamiliar territory, his father, Ribhi, searches for him, risking his employment and facing the possibility of arrest.

The drama was written and directed by Shai Carmeli-Pollak and produced by Baher Agbariya through Majdal Films. This co-production between Israel and Palestine has a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released on May 6, 2026.