From Ground Zero

From Executive Producer Michael Moore and Palestine's Official Submission for the 2025 Academy Awards, From Ground Zero, is a collection of revealing stories from 22 Palestinian filmmakers living through war, who capture their lives in Gaza amidst war.

Using a blend of animation, documentary, and fiction, they create a powerful testament to the steadfastness 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.

FILMMAKERS:

Part 1

1. Reema Mahmoud – SELFIE

2. Muhammad Al Sharif – NO SIGNAL

3. Ahmed Hassouna - SORRY CINEMA

4. Islam Al Zeriei – FLASHBACK

5. Mustafa Kolab – ECHO

6. Nidal Damo – ALL IS FINE

7. Khamis Masharawi - SOFT SKIN

8. Bashar Al Balbisi – CHARM

9. Tamer Nijim – THE TEACHER

10. Ahmed Al Danaf - A SCHOOL DAY

11. Alaa Islam Ayoub – OVERLOAD
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Part 2

1. Karim Satoum - HELL’S HAVEN

2. Alaa Damo - 24 HOURS

3. Aws Al Banna - JAD AND NATALIE

4. Rabab Khamis – RECYCLING

5. Etimad Washah – TAXI WANISSA

6. Mustafa Al Nabih – OFFERINGS

7. Hana Eleiwa – NO

8. Wissam Moussa – FARAH AND MYRIAM

9. Basel El Maqousi – FRAGMENTS

10. Neda’a Abu Hasna – OUT OF FRAME

11. Mahdi Kreirah – AWAKENING