Chicago Palestine Film Festival Presents: FROM GROUND ZERO
@ Gene Siskel Film Center
164 N State St, Chicago, IL 60601
Opening Sunday, January 5th, at 5:30PM
Chicago Palestine Film Festival Presents: FROM GROUND ZERO
2024, Rashid Masharawi, Palestine/France/Qatar/Jordan, 115 mins
In Arabic with English subtitles | Format: Digital
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 three to six 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. (CPFF)
Awards & Nominations
Official Selection – Toronto International Film Festival
Official Website
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