From Ground Zero
“Gaza's untold stories 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.
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Ahmed Hassouna Director · Wissam Moussa Director Nidal Damo Director
Director
Ahmed Hassouna
Director
Wissam Moussa
Director
Nidal Damo
Director
Ala'a Islam Ayoub
Director
Karim Satoum
Director
Bashar Al Babisi
Director
Khamis Masharawi
Director
Neda'a Abu Hassnah
Director
Tamer Nijim
Director
Ahmed Al Danaf
Director
Rima Mahmoud
Director
Muhammad Al Sharif
Director
Basil El Maqousi
Director
Mustafa Al Nabih
Director
Rabab Khamis
Director
Mustafa Kolab
Director
Alaa Damo
Director
Hana Eleiwa
Director
Mahdi Kreirah
Director
Aws Al-Banna
Director
Islam Al Zeriei
Director
Etimad Washah
Editor
Denis Le Paven
Editor
Pauline Eon
Worldwide gross $115K · United States release January 3, 2025 · Produced in France, Qatar, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates, United States, Palestinian Territories
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Worldwide gross
$115,246
Production
Masharawi Fund For Films & Filmmakers in Gaza
Production
Watermelon Pictures
Production
Coorigines Production
Production
Metafora Production
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Sharjah Art Foundation
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Akka Films
Production
Metafora Productions
Production
France · Qatar · Switzerland · United Arab Emirates · United States · Palestinian Territories
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Original title
قصص غير محكية من غزة من المسافة صفر
Original language
Arabic
Spoken on screen
Arabic · English
Release dates
Jordan · July 5, 2024
Premiere · Amman International Film Festival
United States · January 3, 2025
Limited theatrical
United States · April 11, 2025
Digital · OVID
United States
January 5, 2025 · Premiere · Palm Springs International Film Festival
Australia
February 8, 2025 · Premiere · Antenna Documentary Film Festival
May 2, 2025 · Premiere · Palestinian Film Festival
Canada
September 5, 2024 · Premiere · Toronto International Film Festival
Greece
November 2, 2024 · Premiere · Thessaloniki International Film Festival
Italy
November 23, 2024 · Premiere · Torino Film Festival
Poland
November 23, 2024 · Premiere · Watch Docs Film Festival
South Korea
May 1, 2025 · Premiere · Jeonju International Film Festival
Spain
October 25, 2024 · Premiere · Mostra de Valencia
Sweden
August 24, 2024 · Premiere · Malmö Arab Film Festival
United Arab Emirates
November 24, 2024 · Premiere · Sharjah Film Platform
United Kingdom
September 12, 2025 · Theatrical
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