Urdu
Karmash
Sunday__12:12 PM __ Directed by Aleem Bukhari__ The last heir of the Karmash tribe recollects his now-forgotten ancestral traditions. He wanders through fragmented memories of his past, his lineage, and the city, which is slowly fading into the ruins of his consciousness. A portrait of a man on the verge of familial madness. country of…
Jism (body)
Sunday__11:44 AM __ Directed by Husain Qaizar and Saad Zuberi__ In conservative Pakistan, a photographer and his ambitious muses challenge social norms in pursuit of recognition and self-worth in today’s social media-driven world as they engage in candid discussions about culture, identity, body image and vulnerabilities – during a photoshoot. Trailer is not available. country…
Hi Roof
Sunday__11:38 AM __ Directed by Ali Raza__ On a daily university van ride, two strangers exchange nothing but silent glances and louder thoughts. As days pass, their unspoken bond grows – until the silence becomes the story. country of origin: Pakistan languages: English, Urdu genre: 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 resurfaces in the form of Jyoti — a voice from her past shaped by violent fiction and generational silence.…
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: USA languages: English, Urdu genre: Drama
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: USA languages: English, Urdu genre: Comedy, Drama
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 Range surrounding his homeland. Witnessing adventurers from around the globe conquer the world’s most dangerous summits, Fareed sought to…
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: USA languages: English, Urdu genre: _
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 step. country of origin: Pakistan languages: Urdu genre: Thriller
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 forced to adhere to cultural ideologies by her over-bearing, traditional grandmother, while caring for her mother who is…