From Ground Zero

Showings

Main Theater Fri, Feb 7 6:00 PM
In Collaboration with Indiana Center for Middle East Peace
Doors Open:5:00 PM
Event Type:Special Event
Main Theater Sat, Feb 8 2:00 PM
Main Theater Sat, Feb 8 4:30 PM
Main Theater Sat, Feb 8 7:00 PM
Spectator Lounge Sun, Feb 9 3:45 PM
Main Theater Thu, Feb 20 7:00 PM
Main Theater Fri, Feb 21 4:00 PM
Main Theater Sat, Feb 22 2:00 PM
Spectator Lounge Thu, Feb 27 7:20 PM
Film Info
Release Year:2024
Genre:Documentary
Production Country:France
Jordan
Palestinian Territory
Qatar
Switzerland
Original Langauge:Arabic
Cast/Crew Info
Director:Bashar Al Babisi
Muhammad Al Sharif
Mahdi Kreirah
Wissam Moussa
Alaa Damo
Mustafa Al Nabih
Islam Al Zeriei
Alaa Ayoub
Hana Eleiwa
Rabab Khamis
Tamer Nijim
Mustafa Kulab
Karim Satoum
Etimad Washah
Nidal Damo
Ahmed Al Danaf
Aws Al Banna
Khamis Masharawi
Neda'a Abu Hassnah
Rima Mahmoud
Basil El Maqousi
Ahmad Hassunah
Cast:Alaa Nijim
Kamel Mohammad
Thaer Abu Zubaida
Yahya Saad

Description

"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.