Chua, J. (2019, January 29). Film “What Walaa Wants” follows Palestinian teen as she trains to become policewoman. Rabble. https://rabble.ca/columnists/film-what-walaa-wants-follows-rebellious-palestinian-teen-she-trains-become/ 

This article discusses the film What Walaa Wants. The film features the story of Walaa, a young Palestinian woman living in the West Bank. Walaa is a strong, defiant teen who joins the Palestinian Security force. The film highlights Walaa’s relationship with her mother, her experience in the camp, and how her character develops along the years.

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