Summary:
Hiyam Abbass pursued an acting career in Europe, leaving her Palestinian roots.
“Bye Bye Tiberias” captures daughter Lina’s journey back, unraveling the impact of her mother’s choices. Blending past and present, the documentary paints a resilient portrait of four generations of Palestinian women, preserving their history amid exile and heartbreak.

Director’s Biography:
Lina Soualem, a Paris-born French-Palestinian-Algerian filmmaker, earned acclaim for “Their Algeria.”
With a background in History and Political Science, she navigates roles as a filmmaker, actress, and author in fiction, documentaries, and TV series.
Her diverse contributions showcase a commitment to storytelling and human rights.