The Colour of Olives
2006, Spanish. Directed by Carolina Rivas.
Like many Palestinian families, the Amers live surrounded by the infamous West Bank Wall where their daily lives are dominated by electrified fences, locks and a constant swarm of armed soldiers. Through director Carolina Rivas' sensitive lens, we discover the private world of all eight members of the family. As their dramas unfold, we catch a glimpse of their constant struggles and the small, endearing details that sustain them, including olive trees, two small donkeys and their many friendships. Constructed with a combination of verité scenes and re-enactments, this poignant and richly crafted film offers its audience a much needed opportunity to reflect on the effects of racial segregation, the meaning of borders and the absurdity of war
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Spanish
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- Released
- 17 May 2006
- Original title
- El color de los olivos
- Country
- Mexico, Palestinian Territory
- Written by
- Carolina Rivas
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The Colour of Olives isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
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If you liked The Colour of Olives, try In the Realms of the Unreal, Heart of a Dog, Love, Marilyn.
Who directed The Colour of Olives?
The Colour of Olives (2006) was directed by Carolina Rivas.