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From Ground Zero (2025)
"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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"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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Genre:Documentary, Drama, Animation
Directed By:Wissam Moussa, Khamis Masharawi, Basil El Maqousi, Mahdi Kreirah, Karim Satoum, Rabab Khamis, Alaa Damo, Ahmed Al Danaf, Mustafa Al Nabih, Etimad Washah, Ala'a Islam Ayoub, Tamer Nijim, Mustafa Kolab, Islam Al Zeriei, Bashar Al Babisi, Neda'a Abu Hassnah, Muhammad Al Sharif, Aws Al-Banna, Nidal Damo, Rima Mahmoud, Hana Eleiwa, Ahmed Hassouna
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In Theaters:1/3/2025
Box Office:$115,246
Runtime:117 minutes
Studio:Masharawi Fund For Films & Filmmakers in Gaza, Watermelon Pictures, Coorigines Production, Metafora Production, Sharjah Art Foundation, Akka Films
Cast
Wissam Moussa, Khamis Masharawi, Basil El Maqousi, Mahdi Kreirah, Karim Satoum, Rabab Khamis, Alaa Damo, Ahmed Al Danaf, Mustafa Al Nabih, Etimad Washah, Ala'a Islam Ayoub, Tamer Nijim, Mustafa Kolab, Islam Al Zeriei, Bashar Al Babisi, Neda'a Abu Hassnah, Muhammad Al Sharif, Aws Al-Banna, Nidal Damo, Rima Mahmoud, Hana Eleiwa, Ahmed Hassouna
Director
Alaa Nijim
Self / The Teacher
Aws Al-Banna
Self
Kamel Mohammad
Self / Ahmad / The Driver
Karim Satoum
Self
Nidal Damo
Self
Thaer Abu Zubaida
Self / Man 1
Yahya Saad
Self
Ranin Alzeriei
Self
Nour Al Sharif
Nour
Muhammad Ghuriz
Man 2
Aboud El Sayed
The Student
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