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Shifting Roots: A Lebanese Woman’s Fight to Save Her Olive Trees

Shifting Roots: A Lebanese Woman’s Fight to Save Her Olive Trees

Summary

An 81-year-old woman named Nouhad had to leave her home in southern Lebanon due to fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. Her olive trees were damaged by white phosphorus, a kind of bomb, during the conflict. A documentary titled "Shifting Roots" explores her story and the deeper themes of memory and belonging.

Key Facts

  • Nouhad had to flee her home in southern Lebanon because of the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.
  • Her olive grove, which she deeply valued, was damaged by white phosphorus used by the Israeli military.
  • White phosphorus is a substance that can cause severe burns and is sometimes used in military operations.
  • Nouhad's olive grove represented her life's work and was important to her.
  • The documentary "Shifting Roots" tells her story and themes of memory and connection to the land.
  • Angie Mrad directed the documentary film.
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