Pomegranates and Myrrh (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2009, Pomegranates and Myrrh is a drama film directed by Najwa Najjar, running about 95 minutes. “Al Mor wa Al Rumman” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A free spirited woman dancer, Kamar, finds herself the lonely wife of a prisoner, Zaid, and away from everything she loves until she returns to the dance, defying societys taboos. At the dance Kamar is confronted with Kais, a Palestinian returnee. Sparks fly between Kamar and Kais, creating more than a passionate, emotional dance for the both of them. Matters become even more complicated when Zaid's sentence is extended. Kamar's life is thrown into turmoil as she becomes increasingly attached to Kais, and caught in the midst of her desire to dance and breaking the family and society taboos of the prisoner's wife's role while life under occupation rages on.
Who’s in it. Pomegranates and Myrrh stars Yasmine Al Massri as Kamar, Hiam Abbass as Umm Habib, Ali Suliman as Kais and Walid Abdul Salam as Odeh, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Pomegranates and Myrrh has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pomegranates and Myrrh page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pomegranates and Myrrh tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pomegranates and Myrrh (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Pomegranates and Myrrh change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Pomegranates and Myrrh worth watching?
- Pomegranates and Myrrh holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pomegranates and Myrrh?
- Pomegranates and Myrrh stars Yasmine Al Massri, Hiam Abbass, Ali Suliman, Walid Abdul Salam and Ahmad Abu Sal'oum.
- When was Pomegranates and Myrrh released?
- Pomegranates and Myrrh was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.