Lemon Tree

(2008)Directed by Eran Riklis106 minDrama

Salma Zidane, a widow, lives simply from her grove of lemon trees in the West Bank's occupied territory. The Israeli defence minister and his wife move next door, forcing the Secret Service to order the trees' removal for security. The stoic Salma seeks assistance from the Palestinian Authority, Israeli army, and a young attorney, Ziad Daud, who takes the case. In this allegory, does David stand a chance against Goliath?

Hiam Abbassas Selma Zidane
Tarik Koptyas Abu Hussam
Ali Sulimanas Ziad Daud
Doron Tavoryas Defense Minister Israel Navon
Rona Lipaz-Michaelas Mira Navon
Amos Lavias Commander Jacob
Amnon Wolfas Leibowitz
Liron Baranesas Gilad
Smadar Jaaronas Tamar Gera
Danny Leshmanas Private Itamar 'Quickie'
Ayelette Robinsonas Shelly
Loai Nofias Nasser Zidane
Makram J. Khouryas Abu Kamal
Amos Tamamas Simon Hasson
Hili Yalonas Sigi Navon
Michael Warshaviakas Braverman - the attorney
Eran Ivanir
Jameel Khouryas Mussa - Salma's son-in-law
Yair Lapidas Self - the TV presenter
Einat Sarufas Self - Singing at the party
Lana Zreikas Laila - Salma's daughter
Yoav Nevoas Navon's Body Guard
Ricki Hayutas Judge Livnat