The documentary follows Israeli activist-comedian Noam Shuster Eliassi as she creates a comedy show by the same name. Shot over five tumultuous years, the film traces Noam’s personal, professional and political journey in tandem with the region’s steady deterioration. Raised in the bilingual Israeli-Palestinian village Wahat al-Salam – Neve Shalom (Oasis of Peace), an intentionally integrated community, Noam grows disillusioned with traditional peace activism. She pivots to stand-up and quickly attracts attention across the Middle East. But as her star rises, everything around her falls apart. With biting satire, Noam pushes her audiences to face difficult truths that aren't always funny but do remind us that another reality is possible.

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The screening will be followed by a digital live Q&A with director Amber Fares and producer Rachel Leah Jones. Moderation: Naomi Levari (JFBB Programme Committee).

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The talk will be held in English.

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The theatrical premiere of COEXISTENCE, MY ASS! (Sundance winner 2025 – World Cinema Documentary Special Jury Award for Freedom of Expression) is presented by UCM.ONE in cooperation with JFBB (Jewish Film Festival Berlin Brandenburg), Friends of Standing Together Berlin, Israelis for Peace and NIF (New Israel Fund).

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Screenings with German subtitles will start from the cinema release: 5th of February 2026.