Equinox

Film Synopsis:

Ever since 9/11, to most people; the word Muslim meant terrorist. Still now to a lot of people, Madrasa means a training ground for terrorists. This film shines light upon the structure and function of a true and proper Madrasa situated in Pakistan, as well as a brief intake on Jihad — something the media had neglected to do.

Filmmakers:

Sarah Masood, Zohaib Siddiqui, Ghayas Uddin, Karachi University

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Reason to Be

Film Synopsis:

Do extremist values inspire or repress art in Pakistan? The film follows an artist whose work has had a controversial reaction due to religion / politics / society. Looking at liberal / conservative values and how this has affected or inspired his work. It shows the contradictions he has faced in daily life and what inspires him to continue with his work, despite the issues surrounding him. His work in a gallery is shown and people’s response to it. Artist Iqbal Hussain.

Filmmakers:

Awais Ahmed- University of the Punjab, Lahore; Huma Akbar- Kinnaird College for Women, Lahore; Kamran Khan- University of the Punjab, Lahore

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Paper Bus

Film Synopsis:

What are the unintended consequences of protests against terrorism?

A day in the life of a bus driver whose bus was set on fire during a riot against terrorist activity. Focusing on how an ordinary man rebuilds his life after losing everything.

Filmmakers: Sehar Palijo, Karachi University;  Bilal Lati, Karachi School of Arts

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PK783

Film Synopsis:

Why do people leave Pakistan for good?
The film follows a young man who is about to give up everything he has ever known for what he thinks is a more promising world. What drives an individual to make such a decision?

Filmmakers: Kiran Ahmad, Paiman Hussain, Hafsa Pasha. Indus Valley School of Art and Architecture , Karachi, Pakistan

Filmmakers with Patrick Hazard of LIDF

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