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From Ground Zero

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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) It’s harrowing, it’s sobering, but it’s life. And it’s entirely free from polemics. Rated: 4/5 Sep 17, 2025 Full Review Nadira Begum Little White Lies From Ground Zero is a heartbreaking snapshot of an unforgivable moment in history. Rated: 4/5 Sep 13, 2025 Full Review Tara Brady Irish Times 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. Rated: 4/5 Sep 11, 2025 Full Review Jim Ross TAKE ONE Magazine 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. Sep 23, 2025 Full Review Steven Dávila Film Ireland Magazine 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. Sep 15, 2025 Full Review Bren Murphy RTÉ (Ireland) That the film exists at all is remarkable but thankfully, it does much more than simply exist. Rated: 5/5 Sep 11, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Naqi Powerful and absolutely beautiful. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/09/25 Full Review Joumana R Moving and inspiring. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/02/25 Full Review nalia 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. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/25/25 Full Review Naseem Absolutely a must watch! Simple story telling that impacts you profoundly.. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/20/25 Full Review David M Some images I will never forget Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/18/25 Full Review Sher simple films by real people trying to survive please see. dont worry about it being graphic it is amazing how they all work together and even sing and dream it is definitely very very sad. heartbreaking. please see this imagine it were you. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/16/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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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
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