Awards

"The dynamic between a father and a son, made worse by war and religious radicalism, is brilliantly explored in this tense drama set in Tunisia. Meryam Joobeur's well-drawn story features fine work by both first-timers and veteran actors. It reminds us that too many young men around the world are being radicalized, often with tragic consequences."

"This film constantly kept us on our toes while transporting us to a place in a world we've never experienced."

"Brotherhood is a masterful piece of filmmaking about bonds that tie both families and communities together. But also those that separate us. With exquisite performances by all key cast, three distinctively unique redheaded and freaked boys illuminate current tensions in Tunisia and the complexities around the call to radicalisation. This is a powerful piece of filmmaking. Through the film's sense of realism, the director tells an intimate story of one family and skilfully crafts a narrative that demonstrates the subtleties and tensions of the situation - in a way that is sure to stay with its viewers for a very long time to come."

"This intimate portrait of a family torn apart by radicalization, loyalties and the desire to serve a greater good is masterfully directed, and brilliantly cast. Its engaging close-ups and beautiful cinematography communicate the pain, love and disillusionment lurking in the subtext of every scene."

Brotherhood is a compelling gem of a short about a father who comes to regret too late his defensive and resentful stance against his eldest son. Well-acted by all and with extraordinarily sensitive cinematography, the film is beautifully directed by Meryam Joobeur, who is able to reveal so much about this torn family in just 25 minutes. Brava!

"We have decided to award a tightly structured and deeply moving modern day Greek tragedy about how religions and national ideologies can destroy a family. It is a beautifully shot film that utilizes powerful performances from professional and non-professional actors under the meticulous vision of an emerging director."