The Guest

MENA premiere (Middle East and North Africa)

Poland, Qatar | Polish, English, Arabic | Color | 78 min


 In 2021, the Poland-Belarus border became a forbidden three-kilometer zone, where refugees were brutally trapped in a political game. Belarus promised free passage to the EU, but in Poland they faced pushbacks, forcing them back across the border. Once returned to Belarus, they were driven again toward Poland—a horrific stalemate in treacherous marshes. Maciek lives with his family on the Polish side and has taken in an exhausted Syrian refugee, Alhyder. After regaining his strength, Alhyder faces the difficult question: what now? Where can he go without endangering himself or Maciek? 
StartEndVenue
2025-11-13 21:00:002025-11-13 21:00Tahrir Cultural Center - Ewart Hall
2025-11-15 12:00:002025-11-15 12:00Opera House - Hanager Theatre
2025-11-16 18:00:002025-11-16 18:00Vox – Mall Masr (2)

Film Details

Director: Zvika Gregory Portnoy, Zuzanna Solakiewicz

Countries: Poland, Qatar

Languages: Polish, English, Arabic

Runtime: 78 min

Color: Color

Zvika Gregory Portnoy, Zuzanna Solakiewicz

 They are a filmmaking duo, collaborating for over 12 years on poetic documentaries showcased worldwide. Their acclaimed film 15 Corners of the World won the Weekly Critics Award at Locarno in 2014. Zuzanna, who studied Humanities, participated in programs like Berlinale Talent and EAVE. Zvika, specializing in photography and video art, has also presented several art exhibitions. Their work is inspired by human relationships and a shared love for art and storytelling. 

Additional Information

Contacts:

Writers: Zvika Gregory Portnoy, Zuzanna Solakiewicz

Cast:

Production Company:

Producer: Maria Krauss, Fatma Riahi, Robert Banasiak 

Editor: Zuzanna Solakiewicz

Cinematographer: Zvika Gregory Portnoy