Palestinian director Mohamed Jabaly travels abroad for the first time when he is invited to a film exchange in Norway. But he finds himself stuck in the arctic winter, unable to return home to Gaza. Jabaly is denied a work permit and ordered to leave Norway. With nowhere else to go, he appeals the decision.

Meanwhile, his documentary, Ambulance, is achieving international success as appeal after appeal is denied. Jabaly refuses to give up his Palestinian identity and insists on being recognized for his work. He decides to take his case to court, which leads to an unprecedented verdict. All the while he lives a parallel life online, staying connected to his family in Gaza and making this award-winning film for his mother and his city.

From Gaza to the Arctic is a documentary film by Mohamed Jabaly.