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From Ground Zero

2025 · 117 min

A harrowing, fragmentary mosaic of short testimonies that feels raw and urgent, mixing sorrow with stubborn flickers of hope.

Directed by
Karim Satoum, Ala'a Islam Ayoub
Genres
Documentary, Drama, Animation
Starring
Alaa Nijim, Aws Al-Banna, Kamel Mohammad
Tagline
Gaza's untold stories From ground zero.
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.

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Directed by
Karim Satoum, Ala'a Islam Ayoub
Genres
Documentary, Drama, Animation
Starring
Alaa Nijim, Aws Al-Banna, Kamel Mohammad
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Tone
  • bleakstrength 3 of 3
  • melancholicstrength 3 of 3
  • earneststrength 2 of 3
  • tensestrength 2 of 3
Pacing
measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention
demanding, 4 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes
  • war
  • survival
  • grief
  • isolation
  • healing
Places
  • big city
Era
contemporary
Audience
adult
Form
  • anthology
  • documentary
  • animated
Content intensity
  • Gore mild
  • Language mild
  • Violence mild
  • Sex none
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Action2
Horror3
Humour2
Realism8
Romance1
Tension6
Darkness8
Complexity6
Emotional weight9

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Details

Genres
documentary, drama, animation
Directed by
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Starring
Alaa Nijim, Aws Al-Banna, Kamel Mohammad, Karim Satoum, Nidal Damo, Thaer Abu Zubaida, Yahya Saad, Ranin Alzeriei
Runtime
117 min
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