Synopsis
Caught between the yearning for independence and the constraints of Egypt's conservatism, Gamila grapples with finding her place in a society that doesn't fully embrace her aspirations. This struggle often leaves her feeling a sense of dissonance within herself, making it difficult for her to feel beautiful.
Festivals
- Won Best Film by Youth Director — Cairo Shorts International Film Festival — 2023
- Official Selection — Toronto Shorts International Film Festival — 2023
- Official Selection — Women International Film Festival, Islamabad — 2024
- Won Best Performance — Manassat Film Festival — 2024
- Official Competition — Vision Youth Forum — 2024
- Official Competition — Festival International de Films de Femmes "Regards de Femmes" — 2024
- Official Selection — MESA's Film Festival — 2024