When I Saw You

The film does not include explicit LGBTQ+ characters or non-straight relationships. It centers on family and community experiences rather than exploring queer-specific stories.

Ghaydaa is portrayed as a strong survivor rather than a passive mother figure. The film emphasizes female resilience in the face of geopolitical crisis and domestic responsibilities.

The film features a predominantly Palestinian cast and setting, providing an authentic portrayal. It avoids the Western perspective, focusing instead on the ability to act of characters within their own historical context.

The story critiques geopolitical power structures using a post-colonial lens. It examines the tension between traditional societal expectations and the need for adaptation during displacement.

The film does not focus on specific physical or neurodivergent disabilities. Instead, it looks at the psychological impact of collective trauma as a result of war.