David Broncano received Kind of Malhees y Just Kilani in The Revoltduring the promotion of Hind’s voicewhich told the story of a girl trapped under fire in Gaza. Kaouther Ben Hania‘s film had achieved highest score at the San Sebastián festival and the actors took advantage of the visit to thank the Spanish support.
The impact of the film contrasted with the reality in Palestine. Kilani and Malhees talked about the strength of cinema as a means of expression: “It is a tool in which we can trust and with which we can express ourselves.” “Look at us, we are in Spain, we don’t even speak the language, we don’t come from the same culture and, even so, we feel a lot of connection,” highlighted the actress.
They shared typical products from their country and explained their meanings. They delivered kufiyas, künefe and datesand showed the symbolic Palestinian watermelon. “I already have about 10, they usually send me gifts, it’s better for Saja to keep it,” they explained. They also mentioned the relationship between the colors of the watermelon and the shirt of the Club Deportivo Palestino of Chile.
Laughing, Malhees and Kilani joked with the hosts and commented on other guests. They defined themselves as “Team David” and they pointed out that Lolita Floresalso a guest on the show, was “very adorable.” After the screening of the trailer, the ovation surprised themand Malhees commented: “Spain is a special place“. For his part, Kilani added: “I want to move here“.
In the end, the actors took the opportunity to recognize the bravery of the Spanish public. They highlighted the importance of the support received: “I want to mention something very important for us as Palestinians, We consider you the bravest in the West“. Their emotion was evident as they thanked the warmth with which they had been received.
