British control over Palestine faced a significant challenge in the form of the Arab Revolt, as highlighted in the account titled 'Palestine 36'

In the heart of Israel, filmmaker Annemarie Jacir resides in Haifa, where she has directed a powerful film that delves into the complexities of the Arab revolt against British colonial rule in Palestine during 1936. Titled "Versa", the film premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, and has since garnered significant attention for its portrayal of the turbulent period.

"Palestine 36" offers a gripping depiction of the surge in Arab support for armed revolt against the British, a decisive force in Palestine as described by Annemarie Jacir herself. The narrative builds towards the publication of the Peel Commission's report, a British inquiry into the causes of Arab and Jewish unrest in Palestine.

The film is a stark portrayal of the brutal crackdown launched by the British to contain the violence. It sheds light on the tactics used, such as beating villagers, mass arrests, and torching homes, which eerily mirror tactics Israel's army has employed against Palestinians living under occupation.

Jeremy Irons stars as a British high commissioner in the film, while the mostly Arabic-speaking cast includes Hiam Abbass. Annemarie Jacir expressed hope that the film could foster broader awareness about the lasting impacts of the British mandate period in Palestine.

The film also highlights the increasing Jewish immigration from Europe and the concerns of Palestinian villagers about losing their land. Annemarie Jacir stated that she was shocked by how many people were unaware of British rule in Palestine. She further explained that the British policy in Palestine was one of "bringing (Arabs and Jews) together" followed by "separation" as a tactic of control.

The world premiere of "Palestine 36" received an overwhelming reception, marking a significant contribution to the ongoing discourse about the British governance of the Palestine Mandate from 1936 to 1948, and its impact on the creation of Israel and the ongoing Middle Eastern conflicts. This recommendation influenced the United Nations-backed partition plan that coincided with Israel's creation.