From Ground Zero

From Ground Zero

TIFF65: Greek Premiere
From Ground Zero is a compelling project that brings together 22 short films created by talented filmmakers from Gaza. Launched by Rashid Masharawi, a renowned Palestinian filmmaker, the initiative was born against the backdrop of conflict and aims to provide a platform for young artists to express themselves through their craft. Each film, ranging in length from 3 to 6 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. Using a mix of genres including fiction, documentary, docu-fiction, animation and experimental cinema, From Ground Zero presents a rich diversity of stories that reflect the sorrow, joy, and hope inherent in Gazan life. Despite the harsh filming conditions, Gaza's vibrant artistic scene shines through this collection, offering an intimate and powerful portrait of daily life and the enduring spirit of its people.
Screening Schedule

No physical screenings scheduled.

Direction: Various directors from Gaza
Editing: Pauline Eon
Sound: Sarah Fasseur-Leroux
Music: Naseer Shamma
Production: Masharawi Fund for Films, Filmmakers in Gaza, Coorigines Production
Producers: Rashid Masharawi
Co-production: Metafora Production, Sharjah Art Foundation, Akka Films
Format: DCP
Color: Color
Production Country: Palestine, France, Qatar, Jordan, UAE
Duration: 113'
Contact: Coorigines Production

Various directors from Gaza

22 Filmmakers from Gaza (Reema Mahmoud, Muhammad Al Sharif, Ahmed Hassouna, Islam Al Zeriei, Mustafa Kolab, Nidal Damo, Khamis Masharawi, Bashar Al-Balbisi, Tamer Nijim, Ahmed Al-Danaf, Alaa Islam Ayoub, Karim Satoum, Alaa Damo, Aws Al-Banna, Rabab Khamis, Etimad Washah, Mustafa Al Nabih, Hana Eleiwa, Wissam Moussa, Basel El-Maqousi, Neda’a Abu Hassnah, Mahdi Kreirah) give a voice to the people of Gaza and document their experiences, which often go unheard. In a context where artistic creation is complex, this project has captured the diversity of perspectives in Gaza through a 112-minute film in two parts, made up of 22 short films.

Filmography

2024 From Ground Zero (co-direction)