THE HEART IS A MUSCLE

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THE HEART IS A MUSCLE
D: Imran Hamdulay, South Africa/Saudi Arabia 2025, OmeU | DCP | 86 min.

Ryan, a young father and caring husband, organizes a barbecue party at his home with his wife Laila and their close friends. It promises to be a happy day until their son Jude suddenly disappears. Ryan's violent reaction brings hidden secrets from his past to light. THE HEART IS A MUSCLE deals with violence, but also with ways of redemption, healing and forgiveness. In his first feature film, director Imran Hamdulay takes a nuanced look at masculinity and the ability to open up to others in a tense social environment.
In the presence of the director Imran Hamdulay

Cooperation: Rosa-Luxemburg-Stiftung, Fathers Up

Ryan, a young father and devoted husband, organizes a barbecue at his home with his wife, Laila, and their close friends. It promises to be a joyful day until their son Jude suddenly disappears. Ryan's violent reaction brings to light buried secrets from his past. THE HEART IS A MUSCLE explores violence, but also the paths to redemption, healing and forgiveness. In this debut feature film, director Imran Hamdulay offers a nuanced look at masculinity and the ability to open up to others in a tense social context.
With director Imran Hamdulay in attendance