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Shaheed
[edit]Shaheed is a 1962 Pakistani film on the Palestinian-Israel Conflict. The film commented on the situation in the Middle East, taking a biased view of the situation in favour of the state of Palestine. The film was well received by critics and audiences alike, winning critical acclaim, box office success and numerous film awards.
Plot
[edit]Shaheed begins with a sweeping view of the desert. A weary traveler is pushing on through a sandstorm along with his mule. He sees a signboard up ahead signalling towards a town or a country called "Al-Watan" (translation: The Homeland). He makes his way in to Al-Watan and we find out that it is the year 1922.
He requests to meet with the leader of the people living there and is greeted with generosity and kindness.