From Ground Zero

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From Ground Zero

2025

1h 52m

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22 Palestinian filmmakers living through war capture their lives in Gaza following the attacks on October 7, 2023, revealing stories beyond the headlines. Through a blend of animation, documentary, and fiction, they create a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit. This film serves as a remarkable reflection of how art can thrive even in the darkest times, showcasing the enduring spirit and creativity that emerge amid ongoing devastation.

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An eclectic collection of short films that capture both the joy and pain of a people persevering through wartime, From Ground Zero has a cumulative emotional impact that proves unforgettable.

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Kevin Maher

The Times (UK)

Sep 17

4/5

It’s harrowing, it’s sobering, but it’s life. And it’s entirely free from polemics.

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Nadira Begum

Little White Lies

Sep 13

4/5

From Ground Zero is a heartbreaking snapshot of an unforgivable moment in history.

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Tara Brady

Irish Times

Sep 11

4/5

Forming a Greek chorus, the films are only as disjointed as their context: the obliteration of normal life and the stubborn, miraculous act of carrying on.

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Mary Ann Brussat

Spirituality & Practice

2d

5/5

22 short stories about what it is like on the ground Gaza today, testifying to the joy and sorrow of the people

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Jim Ross

TAKE ONE Magazine

Sep 23

Some pieces, such as the phone call [in] ECHO, or the child’s role in NO SIGNAL, border on emotionally overwhelming. There is a skill in creating a feature-length program which does not overpower one’s ability to engage with the work being presented.

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Steven Dávila

Film Ireland Magazine

Sep 15

The film is simply a remarkable display of political filmmaking, the different works amounting to a collective act of rebellion and expression, a unified voice.

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Naqi

02/09/2025

Powerful and absolutely beautiful.

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Joumana R

02/02/2025

Moving and inspiring.

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nalia

01/25/2025

It was beautiful and powerful to watch Palestinians narrate, shape, direct and share their own stories. Its so much more than the quick horrid images as you scroll. Learning their names by watching their stories instead of knowing only numbers is so important. The shorts were so varied and yes they are all rooted in the horrible reality of genocide, but the beauty in the determination, love and hope conveyed in each one is something that shouldnt be missed. Go see this.

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Selin

01/24/2025

It was powerful to watch the movie. It provided snippets of the life of the oppressed Palestinian civilians during a horrible violent war, oppression and occupation. As US and EU citizens, we need to watch more of these movies, we need to read more books about the history of Palestine and its ingenious people. This is the only way to humanize them for a hope of equal human rights on the land they live. Thank you to all producers, organizers, investors for making this movie happen.

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Rawan

01/22/2025

If you match anything this year - watch this movie ! Under the most difficult circumstances, people in Gaza were able to create 22 beautiful short movies ! Highly encourage everyone to watch it !

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Naseem

01/20/2025

Absolutely a must watch! Simple story telling that impacts you profoundly..

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Synopsis

22 Palestinian filmmakers living through war capture their lives in Gaza following the attacks on October 7, 2023, revealing stories beyond the headlines. Through a blend of animation, documentary, and fiction, they create a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit. This film serves as a remarkable reflection of how art can thrive even in the darkest times, showcasing the enduring spirit and creativity that emerge amid ongoing devastation.

Director: Reema Mahmoud, Muhammad Al Sharif, Ahmed Hassouna, Islam Al Zeirei, 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
Distributor: Watermelon Pictures
Production Co: The Masharawi Fund for Films and Filmmakers in Gaza, Coorigines Production
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: Arabic
Release Date (Theaters): Jan 3, 2025, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Jan 28, 2025
Runtime: 1h 52m
Sound Mix: Stereo