About the Festival
The Cross Border Film Festival Chicago 2026 is a bold new platform celebrating independent cinema from Pakistan and beyond. Its inaugural edition will showcase locally produced Pakistani films and curated international films offering audiences a diverse mix ofstories and voices.
Spanning two days, 26th and 27th September 2026, CBFFC will feature in person screenings, panel talks with industry experts, and a 20-day online edition for wider access. With a focus on independent storytelling, mentorship, and cross-cultural exchange, the festival aims to nurture local talent, connect filmmakers with audiences, and position Lollywood as a hub for cinematic creativity and a forward looking vision for the future of Pakistani cinema.
About the Festival
The Cross Border Film Festival Chicago 2026 is a bold new platform celebrating independent cinema from Pakistan and beyond. Its inaugural edition will showcase locally produced Pakistani films and curated international films offering audiences a diverse mix ofstories and voices.
Spanning two days, 26th and 27th September 2026, CBFFC will feature in person screenings, panel talks with industry experts, and a 20-day online edition for wider access. With a focus on independent storytelling, mentorship, and cross-cultural exchange, the festival aims to nurture local talent, connect filmmakers with audiences, and position Lollywood as a
hub for cinematic creativity and a forward looking vision
for the future of Pakistani cinema.
Events Schedule
Stay updated with our latest events and showcases. Experience stories,
performances, and creativity from around the world.
Day 01 - Opening Night
- Red Carpet
- Opening Ceremony
- Feature Film Premiere
Day 02 – Festival & Awards
- Film Screenings
- Panel Discussions
- Awards Night
Events Schedule
Stay updated with our latest events and showcases. Experience stories,
performances, and creativity from around the world.
Day 01 - Opening Night
- Red Carpet
- Opening Ceremony
- Feature Film Premiere
Day 02 – Festival & Awards
- Film Screenings
- Panel Discussions
- Awards Night
Special Screening
Experience a curated selection of powerful stories that transcend borders. Our screenings
bring together impactful films, creators, and audiences for an unforgettable journey.
- United States
- Iran
- United Kingdom
- Canada
- Palestine
- Pakistan
- Short Films
- Documentary Films
- Feature Films
1
STALLED
A heartfelt student short film blending comedy and drama, capturing life’s unexpected pauses and personal growth through a relatable journey.
- Director: Michael Lazovsky
- Country: United States
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Student Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
STALLED
A heartfelt student short film blending comedy and drama, capturing life’s unexpected pauses and personal growth through a relatable journey.
- Director: Michael Lazovsky
- Country: United States
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Student Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
1
The Trunk
A suspenseful drama where hidden secrets and unexpected discoveries unfold from a mysterious trunk, changing lives forever.
- Director: Fahad Shaikh
- Cast:TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Suspense
The Trunk
A suspenseful drama where hidden secrets and unexpected discoveries unfold from a mysterious trunk, changing lives forever.
- Director: Fahad Shaikh
- Cast:TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Suspense
Seeds for Liberation
A powerful documentary-drama exploring resilience, justice, and the fight for liberation through compelling real-life storytelling.
-
Director: Matthew Solomon
-
Cast: TBA
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English
-
Film Type: Documentary
-
Genre: Documentary, Drama
- Runtime: 1 Hour 32 Minutes
Seeds for Liberation
A powerful documentary-drama exploring resilience, justice, and the fight for liberation through compelling real-life storytelling.
-
Director: Matthew Solomon
-
Cast: TBA
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English
-
Film Type: Documentary
-
Genre: Documentary, Drama
- Runtime: 1 Hour 32 Minutes
Jyoti
A gripping psychological drama that follows an intense emotional journey through trauma, resilience, and self-discovery.
- Director: Azfar Ali
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, Psychological
Jyoti
A gripping psychological drama that follows an intense emotional journey through trauma, resilience, and self-discovery.
- Director: Azfar Ali
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, Psychological
THE MARTIAL ARTIST
An inspiring journey of redemption, discipline, and self-discovery as a rising MMA fighter battles fame, personal demons, and his greatest opponent himself.
- Director: Shaz Khan
- Cast: Shaz Khan, Faran Tahir, Sanam Saeed, Gregory Sporleder, Liz Fennin
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama • Sports • Action
- Runtime: 1 hour 57 minute
THE MARTIAL ARTIST
An inspiring journey of redemption, discipline, and self-discovery as a rising MMA fighter battles fame, personal demons, and his greatest opponent himself.
- Director: Shaz Khan
- Cast: Shaz Khan, Faran Tahir, Sanam Saeed, Gregory Sporleder, Liz Fennin
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama • Sports • Action
- Runtime: 1 hour 57 minute
- Short Films
1
On The Mountain
A reflective journey where isolation in nature leads to healing and self-realization.
-
Director: Anya Raza
-
Cast: Emma Stonebridge, Lucas Reed
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 47 seconds
On The Mountain
A reflective journey where isolation in nature leads to healing and self-realization.
-
Director: Anya Raza
-
Cast: Emma Stonebridge, Lucas Reed
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 47 seconds
1
ZONA CESARINI
A powerful psychological drama exploring human fragility, social challenges, and the search for meaning in life’s most critical moments.
- Director: Maryam Rahimi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran, Italy
- Language: Italian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama • Psychological • Social
- Runtime: 10 minutes 37 seconds
ZONA CESARINI
A powerful psychological drama exploring human fragility, social challenges, and the search for meaning in life’s most critical moments.
- Director: Maryam Rahimi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran, Italy
- Language: Italian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama • Psychological • Social
- Runtime: 10 minutes 37 seconds
1
A Little Goldfish
A touching short film that uses simple yet profound storytelling to explore innocence, hope, and the beauty of small dreams.
- Director: MohammadReza Rahmani
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
A Little Goldfish
A touching short film that uses simple yet profound storytelling to explore innocence, hope, and the beauty of small dreams.
- Director: MohammadReza Rahmani
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
- Short Films
1
Simran Kaur 1970
A nostalgic period drama capturing love and societal expectations in the 1970s.
-
Director: Keshavi Jaharia
-
Cast: Simran Kaur, Arjun Malhotra
-
Country: United Kingdom
-
Language: English / Punjabi
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 15 minutes
Simran Kaur 1970
A deeply personal story exploring identity, faith, and resilience through one man’s journey.
-
Director: Keshavi Jaharia
-
Cast: Simran Kaur, Arjun Malhotra
-
Country: United Kingdom
-
Language: English / Punjabi
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 15 minutes
- Short Films
1
The Heart Smiles
A charming romantic comedy celebrating love, laughter, and meaningful connections through an uplifting and heartfelt story.
- Director: Aftab Abbasi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Romance, Comedy
The Heart Smiles
A charming romantic comedy celebrating love, laughter, and meaningful connections through an uplifting and heartfelt story.
- Director: Aftab Abbasi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Romance, Comedy
1
Leveled
A heartfelt drama that explores the emotional highs and lows of life, revealing how one defining moment can change everything.
- Director: Sara Rangooni
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 14 Minutes 59 Seconds
Leveled
A heartfelt drama that explores the emotional highs and lows of life, revealing how one defining moment can change everything.
- Director: Sara Rangooni
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 14 Minutes 59 Seconds
1
THE QUEEN OF MY DREAMS
A heartfelt Pakistani-Canadian comedy-drama following a young woman’s journey through grief, identity, and family as she discovers the untold story of her mother’s past.
- Director: Fawzia Mirza
- Country: Canada, Pakistan
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
- Runtime: 1 Hour 36 Minutes
THE QUEEN OF MY DREAMS
A heartfelt Pakistani-Canadian comedy-drama following a young woman’s journey through grief, identity, and family as she discovers the untold story of her mother’s past.
- Director: Fawzia Mirza
- Country: Canada, Pakistan
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
- Runtime: 1 Hour 36 Minutes
- Short Films
- Feature film
1
Kufiya
A powerful short film reflecting themes of heritage, identity, and cultural expression through a concise and impactful narrative.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
Kufiya
A powerful short film reflecting themes of heritage, identity, and cultural expression through a concise and impactful narrative.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
1
Meet The 3amos
A lighthearted and culturally rich short film that celebrates friendship, family dynamics, and the humor found in everyday life.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: Arabic, English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
Meet The 3amos
A lighthearted and culturally rich short film that celebrates friendship, family dynamics, and the humor found in everyday life.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: Arabic, English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
1
Eman
A poignant war drama portraying courage, survival, and hope amidst conflict, highlighting the human spirit during challenging times.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: Arabic
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, War
Eman
A poignant war drama portraying courage, survival, and hope amidst conflict, highlighting the human spirit during challenging times.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: Arabic
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, War
1
ALL THAT'S LEFT OF YOU
A powerful multigenerational drama tracing one Palestinian family’s journey through decades of displacement, resilience, and hope, revealing the enduring strength of love, memory, and survival across generations.
- Director: Cherien Dabis
- Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: Arabic, English
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, History
ALL THAT'S LEFT OF YOU
A powerful multigenerational drama tracing one Palestinian family’s journey through decades of displacement, resilience, and hope, revealing the enduring strength of love, memory, and survival across generations.
- Director: Cherien Dabis
- Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: Arabic, English
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, History
- Short Films
- Documentaries
- Feature Films
1
Udeekan
A story of longing and emotional distance expressed through silence and waiting.
-
Director: Aiza Mustabeen Zahid
-
Cast: Hania Aamir, Bilal Abbas
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 25 minutes
Udeekan
A story of longing and emotional distance expressed through silence and waiting.
-
Director: Aiza Mustabeen Zahid
-
Cast: Hania Aamir, Bilal Abbas
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 25 minutes
1
Fankaar (The Artist)
A psychological thriller that delves into the fragile boundaries between creativity, obsession, and fear through the mind of an artist.
- Director: Ahsan Minhas
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Thriller, Psychological Horror
Fankaar (The Artist)
A psychological thriller that delves into the fragile boundaries between creativity, obsession, and fear through the mind of an artist.
- Director: Ahsan Minhas
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Thriller, Psychological Horror
1
Tussle (Janjaal)
A gripping student short film that unravels mystery and suspense as hidden truths emerge through a tense psychological journey.
- Director: Syed Asad Raza Abidi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Suspense
- Runtime: 24 minutes
Tussle (Janjaal)
A gripping student short film that unravels mystery and suspense as hidden truths emerge through a tense psychological journey.
- Director: Syed Asad Raza Abidi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Suspense
- Runtime: 24 minutes
1
Salam Shalom
An eye-opening story uncovering hidden history and cultural identity across borders.
-
Director: Hina Ali
-
Cast: David Cohen, Sara Ahmed
-
Country: Pakistan, United States
-
Language: English / Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Documentary / Drama
- Runtime: 28 minutes
Salam Shalom
An eye-opening story uncovering hidden history and cultural identity across borders.
-
Director: Hina Ali
-
Cast: David Cohen, Sara Ahmed
-
Country: Pakistan, United States
-
Language: English / Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Documentary / Drama
- Runtime: 28 minutes
1
Beyond The Wetlands
A visually immersive feature exploring life, survival, and nature within fragile ecosystems.
-
Director: Arsalan Majid
-
Cast: Ali Rehman Khan, Mahira Khan
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Feature Film
-
Genre: Adventure, Survival, Thriller
- Runtime: 1 hour 34 minutes 36 seconds
Beyond The Wetlands
A visually immersive feature exploring life, survival, and nature within fragile ecosystems.
-
Director: Arsalan Majid
-
Cast: Ali Rehman Khan, Mahira Khan
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Feature Film
-
Genre: Adventure, Survival, Thriller
- Runtime: 1 hour 34 minutes 36 seconds
1
Ghost School
A heartwarming coming-of-age drama that explores childhood, imagination, and resilience through the eyes of young dreamers.
- Director: Seemab Gul
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, Kids
- Runtime: 1 hour 28 minutes
Ghost School
A heartwarming coming-of-age drama that explores childhood, imagination, and resilience through the eyes of young dreamers.
- Director: Seemab Gul
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, Kids
- Runtime: 1 hour 28 minutes
Special Screening
Experience a curated selection of powerful stories that transcend borders. Our screenings
bring together impactful films, creators, and audiences for an unforgettable journey.
1
Udeekan
A story of longing and emotional distance expressed through silence and waiting.
-
Director: Aiza Mustabeen Zahid
-
Cast: Hania Aamir, Bilal Abbas
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 25 minutes
Udeekan
A story of longing and emotional distance expressed through silence and waiting.
-
Director: Aiza Mustabeen Zahid
-
Cast: Hania Aamir, Bilal Abbas
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 25 minutes
1
The Heart Smiles
A charming romantic comedy celebrating love, laughter, and meaningful connections through an uplifting and heartfelt story.
- Director: Aftab Abbasi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Romance, Comedy
The Heart Smiles
A charming romantic comedy celebrating love, laughter, and meaningful connections through an uplifting and heartfelt story.
- Director: Aftab Abbasi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Romance, Comedy
1
On The Mountain
A reflective journey where isolation in nature leads to healing and self-realization.
-
Director: Anya Raza
-
Cast: Emma Stonebridge, Lucas Reed
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 47 seconds
On The Mountain
A reflective journey where isolation in nature leads to healing and self-realization.
-
Director: Anya Raza
-
Cast: Emma Stonebridge, Lucas Reed
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 47 seconds
1
Simran Kaur 1970
A nostalgic period drama capturing love and societal expectations in the 1970s.
-
Director: Keshavi Jaharia
-
Cast: Simran Kaur, Arjun Malhotra
-
Country: United Kingdom
-
Language: English / Punjabi
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 15 minutes
Simran Kaur 1970
A deeply personal story exploring identity, faith, and resilience through one man’s journey.
-
Director: Keshavi Jaharia
-
Cast: Simran Kaur, Arjun Malhotra
-
Country: United Kingdom
-
Language: English / Punjabi
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 15 minutes
1
Salam Shalom
An eye-opening story uncovering hidden history and cultural identity across borders.
-
Director: Hina Ali
-
Cast: David Cohen, Sara Ahmed
-
Country: Pakistan, United States
-
Language: English / Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Documentary / Drama
- Runtime: 28 minutes
Salam Shalom
An eye-opening story uncovering hidden history and cultural identity across borders.
-
Director: Hina Ali
-
Cast: David Cohen, Sara Ahmed
-
Country: Pakistan, United States
-
Language: English / Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Documentary / Drama
- Runtime: 28 minutes
1
Beyond The Wetlands
A visually immersive feature exploring life, survival, and nature within fragile ecosystems.
-
Director: Arsalan Majid
-
Cast: Ali Rehman Khan, Mahira Khan
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Feature Film
-
Genre: Adventure, Survival, Thriller
- Runtime: 1 hour 34 minutes 36 seconds
Beyond The Wetlands
A visually immersive feature exploring life, survival, and nature within fragile ecosystems.
-
Director: Arsalan Majid
-
Cast: Ali Rehman Khan, Mahira Khan
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Feature Film
-
Genre: Adventure, Survival, Thriller
- Runtime: 1 hour 34 minutes 36 seconds
1
Fankaar (The Artist)
A psychological thriller that delves into the fragile boundaries between creativity, obsession, and fear through the mind of an artist.
- Director: Ahsan Minhas
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Thriller, Psychological Horror
Fankaar (The Artist)
A psychological thriller that delves into the fragile boundaries between creativity, obsession, and fear through the mind of an artist.
- Director: Ahsan Minhas
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Thriller, Psychological Horror
1
STALLED
A heartfelt student short film blending comedy and drama, capturing life’s unexpected pauses and personal growth through a relatable journey.
- Director: Michael Lazovsky
- Country: United States
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Student Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
STALLED
A heartfelt student short film blending comedy and drama, capturing life’s unexpected pauses and personal growth through a relatable journey.
- Director: Michael Lazovsky
- Country: United States
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Student Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
1
Kufiya
A powerful short film reflecting themes of heritage, identity, and cultural expression through a concise and impactful narrative.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
Kufiya
A powerful short film reflecting themes of heritage, identity, and cultural expression through a concise and impactful narrative.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
1
Jyoti
A gripping psychological drama that follows an intense emotional journey through trauma, resilience, and self-discovery.
- Director: Azfar Ali
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, Psychological
Jyoti
A gripping psychological drama that follows an intense emotional journey through trauma, resilience, and self-discovery.
- Director: Azfar Ali
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, Psychological
1
Meet The 3amos
A lighthearted and culturally rich short film that celebrates friendship, family dynamics, and the humor found in everyday life.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: Arabic, English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
Meet The 3amos
A lighthearted and culturally rich short film that celebrates friendship, family dynamics, and the humor found in everyday life.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: Arabic, English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
1
THE MARTIAL ARTIST
An inspiring journey of redemption, discipline, and self-discovery as a rising MMA fighter battles fame, personal demons, and his greatest opponent himself.
- Director: Shaz Khan
- Cast: Shaz Khan, Faran Tahir, Sanam Saeed, Gregory Sporleder, Liz Fennin
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama • Sports • Action
- Runtime: 1 hour 57 minute
THE MARTIAL ARTIST
An inspiring journey of redemption, discipline, and self-discovery as a rising MMA fighter battles fame, personal demons, and his greatest opponent himself.
- Director: Shaz Khan
- Cast: Shaz Khan, Faran Tahir, Sanam Saeed, Gregory Sporleder, Liz Fennin
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama • Sports • Action
- Runtime: 1 hour 57 minute
1
Ghost School
A heartwarming coming-of-age drama that explores childhood, imagination, and resilience through the eyes of young dreamers.
- Director: Seemab Gul
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, Kids
- Runtime: 1 hour 28 minutes
Ghost School
A heartwarming coming-of-age drama that explores childhood, imagination, and resilience through the eyes of young dreamers.
- Director: Seemab Gul
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, Kids
- Runtime: 1 hour 28 minutes
1
Tussle (Janjaal)
A gripping student short film that unravels mystery and suspense as hidden truths emerge through a tense psychological journey.
- Director: Syed Asad Raza Abidi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Suspense
- Runtime: 24 minutes
Tussle (Janjaal)
A gripping student short film that unravels mystery and suspense as hidden truths emerge through a tense psychological journey.
- Director: Syed Asad Raza Abidi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Suspense
- Runtime: 24 minutes
1
ALL THAT'S LEFT OF YOU
A powerful multigenerational drama tracing one Palestinian family’s journey through decades of displacement, resilience, and hope, revealing the enduring strength of love, memory, and survival across generations.
- Director: Cherien Dabis
- Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: Arabic, English
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, History
ALL THAT'S LEFT OF YOU
A powerful multigenerational drama tracing one Palestinian family’s journey through decades of displacement, resilience, and hope, revealing the enduring strength of love, memory, and survival across generations.
- Director: Cherien Dabis
- Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: Arabic, English
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, History
1
Seeds for Liberation
A powerful documentary-drama exploring resilience, justice, and the fight for liberation through compelling real-life storytelling.
-
Director: Matthew Solomon
-
Cast: TBA
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English
-
Film Type: Documentary
-
Genre: Documentary, Drama
- Runtime: 1 Hour 32 Minutes
Seeds for Liberation
A powerful documentary-drama exploring resilience, justice, and the fight for liberation through compelling real-life storytelling.
-
Director: Matthew Solomon
-
Cast: TBA
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English
-
Film Type: Documentary
-
Genre: Documentary, Drama
- Runtime: 1 Hour 32 Minutes
1
Leveled
A heartfelt drama that explores the emotional highs and lows of life, revealing how one defining moment can change everything.
- Director: Sara Rangooni
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 14 Minutes 59 Seconds
Leveled
A heartfelt drama that explores the emotional highs and lows of life, revealing how one defining moment can change everything.
- Director: Sara Rangooni
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 14 Minutes 59 Seconds
1
ZONA CESARINI
A powerful psychological drama exploring human fragility, social challenges, and the search for meaning in life’s most critical moments.
- Director: Maryam Rahimi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran, Italy
- Language: Italian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama • Psychological • Social
- Runtime: 10 minutes 37 seconds
ZONA CESARINI
A powerful psychological drama exploring human fragility, social challenges, and the search for meaning in life’s most critical moments.
- Director: Maryam Rahimi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran, Italy
- Language: Italian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama • Psychological • Social
- Runtime: 10 minutes 37 seconds
1
THE QUEEN OF MY DREAMS
A heartfelt Pakistani-Canadian comedy-drama following a young woman’s journey through grief, identity, and family as she discovers the untold story of her mother’s past.
- Director: Fawzia Mirza
- Country: Canada, Pakistan
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
- Runtime: 1 Hour 36 Minutes
THE QUEEN OF MY DREAMS
A heartfelt Pakistani-Canadian comedy-drama following a young woman’s journey through grief, identity, and family as she discovers the untold story of her mother’s past.
- Director: Fawzia Mirza
- Country: Canada, Pakistan
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
- Runtime: 1 Hour 36 Minutes
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Eman
A poignant war drama portraying courage, survival, and hope amidst conflict, highlighting the human spirit during challenging times.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: Arabic
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, War
Eman
A poignant war drama portraying courage, survival, and hope amidst conflict, highlighting the human spirit during challenging times.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Palestine, United States
- Language: Arabic
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, War
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Kalisa Meray Aagay
A moving family drama exploring identity, faith, and belonging as cultures and generations collide in an emotional coming-of-age journey.
- Director: Rubina Faisal
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: Hindi, Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Family Drama, Religious Drama
Kalisa Meray Aagay
A moving family drama exploring identity, faith, and belonging as cultures and generations collide in an emotional coming-of-age journey.
- Director: Rubina Faisal
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: Hindi, Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Family Drama, Religious Drama
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A Pine; A Hundred Sparrows
A visually rich documentary exploring resilience, nature, and human connection through the symbolism of a lone pine and countless sparrows.
- Director: Hashem Mortazaviyan
- Cast: Documentary Participant
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Documentary Feature
- Genre: Documentary
A Pine; A Hundred Sparrows
A visually rich documentary exploring resilience, nature, and human connection through the symbolism of a lone pine and countless sparrows.
- Director: Hashem Mortazaviyan
- Cast: Documentary Participant
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Documentary Feature
- Genre: Documentary
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A Little Goldfish
A touching short film that uses simple yet profound storytelling to explore innocence, hope, and the beauty of small dreams.
- Director: MohammadReza Rahmani
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
A Little Goldfish
A touching short film that uses simple yet profound storytelling to explore innocence, hope, and the beauty of small dreams.
- Director: MohammadReza Rahmani
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
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The Trunk
A suspenseful drama where hidden secrets and unexpected discoveries unfold from a mysterious trunk, changing lives forever.
- Director: Fahad Shaikh
- Cast:TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Suspense
The Trunk
A suspenseful drama where hidden secrets and unexpected discoveries unfold from a mysterious trunk, changing lives forever.
- Director: Fahad Shaikh
- Cast:TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Suspense
