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- Feature Film
- SAT-MAY 16
- SUN-MAY 17
- Panels
Spectator
Saturday__11:10 AM __ Directed by Imaan Hasan__A young woman with an eating disorder battles with the contrasting urges to binge and purge. Over the course of a day, she spirals into eventual loss of self…
Alif Bay Pay
Saturday__11:17 AM __ Directed by Javaria Waseem__A woman teaches a ghost classroom as she struggles to find a word in the Urdu language for the crime that has been taking place for decades.Trailer is not…
Leveled
Saturday__11:23 AM __ Directed by Sara Rangooni__Safa, a 17-year old hijabi is about to embark on a day like no other but time is of the essence.Growing up in a multi-generational, Pakistani household, Safa is…
On The Mountain
Saturday__11:38 AM __ Directed by Anya Raza__ON THE MOUNTAIN is the story of Rabia Noori, an English teacher from Kabul, and the impossible choice she has to make to save her family. A poetic drama…
So What If You’re A Gold Medalist
Saturday__11:51 AM __ Directed by Vicky Zhuang Yi-Yin__Janet struggles to find a job despite being a top student. So what if she is a gold medalist?Trailer is not availablecountry of origin:Hong Konglanguages:Englishgenre:_…
Don’t Be Late, Myra
Saturday__11:53 AM __ Directed by Afia Serena Nathaniel__A missed school bus leaves ten-year-old Myra stranded in Lahore, where her journey home spirals into a tense fight for survival against the men who stalk her every…
Dear Bird
Saturday__12:08 PM __ Directed by Solana Mirza__A woman searches for resolution after the death of her enigmatic father.country of origin:USAlanguages:English, Urdugenre:_…
#whitehairdontcare-A New Era in Beauty
Saturday__12:26 PM __ Directed by Aishah Iqbal__In #whitehairdontcare: A New Era in Beauty, Aishah Iqbal, a Marketing Executive & Filmmaker, embarks on a deeply personal journey to uncover the truth behind society’s relentless pressures on…
Soul Of The Mountain
Saturday__12:50 PM __ Directed by Sapna Zamir__Soul of the Mountain follows the extraordinary journey of Fareed, a climber from Gilgit-Baltistan, who began his ascent at just 17, inspired by the towering peaks of the Karakoram…
Hungama
Saturday__12:58 PM __ Directed by Nawal Mubin and Mayra Corena Gutierrez__Chaos ensues when Sabeen’s younger cousin, Alaina, drinks her contacts on her wedding day.country of origin:USAlanguages:English, Urdugenre:Comedy, Drama…
From Story to Impact: Who Funds It, Who Sees It, Who Benefits?
SATURDAY__MAY 16__1:30 PM__In today’s evolving media landscape, powerful storytelling is only one part of the equation. This conversation explores the full lifecycle of impact-driven film, from financing and distribution to audience engagement and measurable…
The Martial Artist
Saturday__3:30 PM __ Directed by Shaz Khan__An MMA fighter destined for greatness must face his biggest rival yet: himself.country of origin:USAlanguages:English, Urdugenre:Drama…
Jyoti
Saturday__5:00 PM __ Directed by Azfar Ali__Jyoti is a psychological drama about Sharmeen, a reserved seamstress in Karachi who begins to fall for her neighbor, Jahanzeb. But as she opens herself to love, long-buried trauma…
Houston Rising: Can the Bayou City Become America’s Next Production Hub?
SATURDAY__MAY 16__6:30 PM__Houston is at a turning point—can it evolve into a major film and TV production hub? With momentum from the Texas Senate Bill 22, rising local talent, and growing studio interest, this panel…
- SAT-MAY 16
- SUN-MAY 17
Spectator
Saturday__11:10 AM __ Directed by Imaan Hasan__A young woman with an eating disorder battles with the contrasting urges to binge…
Alif Bay Pay
Saturday__11:17 AM __ Directed by Javaria Waseem__A woman teaches a ghost classroom as she struggles to find a word in…
Leveled
Saturday__11:23 AM __ Directed by Sara Rangooni__Safa, a 17-year old hijabi is about to embark on a day like no…
On The Mountain
Saturday__11:38 AM __ Directed by Anya Raza__ON THE MOUNTAIN is the story of Rabia Noori, an English teacher from Kabul,…
So What If You’re A Gold Medalist
Saturday__11:51 AM __ Directed by Vicky Zhuang Yi-Yin__Janet struggles to find a job despite being a top student. So what…
Don’t Be Late, Myra
Saturday__11:53 AM __ Directed by Afia Serena Nathaniel__A missed school bus leaves ten-year-old Myra stranded in Lahore, where her journey…
Dear Bird
Saturday__12:08 PM __ Directed by Solana Mirza__A woman searches for resolution after the death of her enigmatic father.country of origin:USAlanguages:English,…
#whitehairdontcare-A New Era in Beauty
Saturday__12:26 PM __ Directed by Aishah Iqbal__In #whitehairdontcare: A New Era in Beauty, Aishah Iqbal, a Marketing Executive & Filmmaker,…
Soul Of The Mountain
Saturday__12:50 PM __ Directed by Sapna Zamir__Soul of the Mountain follows the extraordinary journey of Fareed, a climber from Gilgit-Baltistan,…
Hungama
Saturday__12:58 PM __ Directed by Nawal Mubin and Mayra Corena Gutierrez__Chaos ensues when Sabeen’s younger cousin, Alaina, drinks her contacts…
From Story to Impact: Who Funds It, Who Sees It, Who Benefits?
SATURDAY__MAY 16__1:30 PM__In today’s evolving media landscape, powerful storytelling is only one part of the equation. This conversation explores…
The Martial Artist
Saturday__3:30 PM __ Directed by Shaz Khan__An MMA fighter destined for greatness must face his biggest rival yet: himself.country of…
EXPLORE
From chilling horror to laugh-out-loud comedy, our short film lineup immerses you in fear, thrill, heartbreak, and joy. Created by visionary filmmakers from around the world, these stories embody the spirit of independent cinema. Don’t miss a minute! Gather your friends and connect over meaningful conversations. Stay for light bites and mixer with the filmmakers.
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Experience storytelling through fusion of imagination and expertise of these brilliant indi filmmakers from around the world on May 16 and 17 at the MATCH!
