Release Date
Original Release
January 3, 2025
1h 57m
From Ground Zero (2025)
Overview
"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.
Director
Wissam Moussa
Department: Directing
Cast
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
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