London Palestine Film Festival Presents: From Ground Zero (UK Premiere) // SJCPH x CPSC

From Ground Zero (18) Palestine/France/Qatar/UAE/Switzerland, 2024 Directors: Rashid Masharawi and Laura Nikolov Runtime: 112 minutes From Ground Zero brings together 22 short films created by talented filmmakers from Gaza. Launched by renowned Palestinian filmmaker, Rashid Masharawi, the initiative was born against the backdrop of conflict and provides a platform for young artists to express themselves through their craft. Each short film 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. Using a mix of genres including fiction, documentary, docu-fiction, animation and experimental cinema, From Ground Zero presents a rich diversity of stories that reflect the sorrow, joy and hope inherent in Gazan life. Despite the harsh filming conditions, Gaza's vibrant artistic scene shines through this collection, offering an intimate and powerful portrait of daily life and the enduring spirit of its people. This event marks the Closing Night of the 2024 London Palestine Film Festival, with From Ground Zero screening simultaneously across London, Glasgow, and Cambridge. More information can be found at palestinefilm.org.uk. Event Schedule: • Introduction (Suzan, CPSC & Cambridge Artists for Palestine) • Introductory video from film's producers • First half of the film • Interval • Second half of the film Ticket Price: £5 (including a £0.71 booking fee) Proceeds: All ticket sales, after a £50 restoration fee, will be equally divided between Ghassan Abu Sittah's Children Fund (gascf.org) and the film’s producers as a screening fee. Accessibility: The venue is wheelchair accessible, with space for up to 10 wheelchair users. Seating is padded. For additional accommodations, such as subtitles, please reach out to us at [email protected]. Experience: Films are screened with cinema-grade projection and 5.1 surround sound for an immersive experience. Refunds: If you are unable to attend and would like a refund, please reach out to us at [email protected]. Please note that the refund excludes booking fee. This event is open to all.