Encircle Films: From Ground Zero

Name: Encircle Films: From Ground Zero
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2026-02-19
Duration: 1 h 55 min
Cast: Alaa Nijim, Aws Al Banna, Kamel Mohammad

Encircle Films presents... 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. Discussion following the film, with guests Reverend Alex Awad (People for Peace and Justice in Palestine) and Norman Solomon (American journalist, media critic, author and activist).DocumentaryPT1H55M2026-02-19

Alaa Nijim

Aws Al Banna

Kamel Mohammad

Bashar Al Babisi

Muhammad Al Sharif

Mahdi Kreirah

Wissam Moussa

Alaa Damo

Mustafa Al Nabih

Islam Al Zeriei

Alaa Ayoub

Hana Eleiwa

Rabab Khamis

Tamer Nijim

Mustafa Kulab

Karim Satoum

Etimad Washah

Nidal Damo

Ahmed Al Danaf

Aws Al Banna

Khamis Masharawi

Neda'a Abu Hassnah

Rima Mahmoud

Basil El Maqousi

Ahmad Hassunah

Michael Moore

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Showtimes

February 19, 6:30 pm