Content from Masharawi Fund For Films & Filmmakers in Gaza

"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.

Amid Gaza's ruins, Aya's voice rises, seeking refuge in music, dreaming of peace, and the road back home.

Amid Gaza's ruins, Aws Al-Banna and three young girls escape into a play; where trauma is real, but hope still speaks.

In Gaza, Hassan breaks the siege and risks everything to save his starving family, paying the price of losing his way home.

In a land shelled, starved, and denied all essentials, Gazan women fight for health, dignity, and the barest human needs.