From Ground Zero 2025
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From Ground Zero
"From Ground Zero" is a compelling project that brings together 22 short films created by talented filmmakers from Gaza. Launched by Rashid Masharawi, a notable Palestinian filmmaker, the initiative emerged amid the backdrop of conflict, aiming to provide a platform for young artists to express themselves through their craft. Each film, ranging from 3 to 7 minutes, presents a unique perspective on the current reality in Gaza. The project captures the diverse experiences of life in the Palestinian enclave, including the challenges, tragedies, and moments of resilience faced by its people. With a mix of genres such as fiction, documentary, docu-fiction, animation, and experimental cinema, "From Ground Zero" showcases a rich tapestry of stories that reflect the sorrow, joy, and hope inherent in Gazan life.
"From Ground Zero" is a compelling project that brings together 22 short films created by talented filmmakers from Gaza. Launched by Rashid Masharawi, a notable Palestinian filmmaker, the initiative emerged amid the backdrop of conflict, aiming to provide a platform for young artists to express themselves through their craft. Each film, ranging from 3 to 7 minutes, presents a unique perspective on the current reality in Gaza. The project captures the diverse experiences of life in the Palestinian enclave, including the challenges, tragedies, and moments of resilience faced by its people. With a mix of genres such as fiction, documentary, docu-fiction, animation, and experimental cinema, "From Ground Zero" showcases a rich tapestry of stories that reflect the sorrow, joy, and hope inherent in Gazan life.
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All 2 Videos & 4 Photos
cast
Full Cast & CrewND
Nidal Damo... Self
AN
Alaa Nijim... Self
KS
Karim Satoum... Self
... Self
AAB
Aws Al Banna... Self
... Self
Genres:
Release Date:
Jan 03, 2025 (France,Jordan,Palestine, State Of,Qatar,Switzerland)
Run Time:
1hr 55`
MMPA Rating:
Original Language:
Arabic
Production Countries:
France,Jordan,Palestine, State Of,Qatar,Switzerland
Status:
Released
Plot Keywords:
Cast & Crew of
From Ground Zero - From Ground Zero
Directors & Credit Writers
Cast
ND
Nidal Damo... Self
AN
Alaa Nijim... Self
KS
Karim Satoum... Self
... Self
AAB
Aws Al Banna... Self
... Self
YS
Yahya Saad... Self
... Self
NAS
Nour Al Sharif... Nour
... Man 2
AES
Aboud El Sayed... The Student
... The Phone Corner Man
Produced By
... Executive Producer
... Executive Producer
... Producer
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From Ground Zero - From Ground Zero
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Official Trailer
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