Free Fish
"Displaced and divided, two brothers in Gaza return to the sea — where fishing becomes their last act of survival, resistance, and hope."
Released just last year. Free Fish is a documentary film. directed by Bisan Owda. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Free Fish is a short documentary filmed over the course of a year in Gaza, following two brothers — Abu Nagham and Ahmad — separated by war yet connected by the sea. Displaced from their home, Abu Nagham now lives in a tent in the south, fishing with his young nephew Rami, who lost his twin brother. Ahmad remains in the north, fishing amid ruins and occupation. Once a source of livelihood and freedom, the sea has become a battleground — heavily restricted, constantly watched, and always dangerous. Through intimate footage and poetic observation, the film captures the everyday courage required to cast a net, mend a line, or share a meal. Fishing becomes an act of survival, resistance, and hope. Co-directed by Bisan Owda (Peabody Award 2024) and Carolina Pereira, Free Fish offers a deeply personal and universal story of resilience in the face of erasure — a quiet tribute to a people who refuse to be forgotten.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 6, 2025
3 months ago
Runtime
0h 20m
20 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Free Fish about?
Free Fish is a short documentary filmed over the course of a year in Gaza, following two brothers — Abu Nagham and Ahmad — separated by war yet connected by the sea. Displaced from their home, ...
Who directed Free Fish?
Free Fish was directed by Bisan Owda.
How long is Free Fish?
Free Fish has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was Free Fish released?
Free Fish was released on November 6, 2025 in theaters.