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The Needle

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A Tunisian couple, Dali and Mariem, welcomes their first child, only to discover the baby is intersex, with biological sex characteristics that do not fit typical male or female definitions. Confronted with societal pressure, family expectations, and their own uncertainties, they struggle to navigate the stigma and challenges imposed by rigid gender norms. As they grapple with decisions about identity, acceptance, and the future, the family’s bonds are tested, forcing them to confront deeply ingrained beliefs about gender, society, and parenthood.

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Released
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Language
Arabic
  • family
  • intersex child

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  • ItalyIT

    • PremiereTorino Film Festival 26 Nov 2024
  • South KoreaKR

    • Premiere12Africa Film Festival13 May 2024
  • TunisiaTN

    • Theatrical6 Dec 2023

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The Needle was released on 6 December 2023.

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