Made in Qatar: Short Films Programme - Qatar National Day
DFI Cinema Under the Stars - Doha Film Institute
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In celebration of Qatar National Day 2024, we are proud to present a selection of captivating short films by filmmakers who call Qatar home. This year’s programme includes compelling narratives and documentaries, including award-winning films, that have resonated internationally and highlight the richness of our nation's storytelling community.
Made in Qatar Programme
Sh’hab
Upon hearing a myth about falling stars, a young girl’s curiosity is sparked. When night falls, she sets out in her father’s boat to find some.
Director: Amal Al-Muftah
Qatar / Arabic / 2018 / 13 mins
Al Muqana3
Every afternoon, Ahmed Al Jaber leaves his majlis to drive one of his breathtakingly designed vehicles—adorned with flags, golden ornaments and lights.
Director: Tarek Abu-Esber
Qatar / English, Arabic / 2012 / 6 mins
Land of Pearls
A pearl shopkeeper tells his grandson of his encounters with the sea in the 1950s.
Director: Mohammed Al Ibrahim
Qatar / Arabic / 2011 / 11 mins
Khurshid
A goldsmith, Khurshid spends his days creating and repairing jewellery using timeworn tools, seemingly magical potions – and his own two hands. Is this delicate craft destined to be forgotten?
Directors: Mazen Shafea, Mohamed Elamin
Qatar / Arabic / 2017 / 8 mins
Al Gawasa
An inspirational portrait of the young men who are on a mission to keep the proud Qatari tradition of pearl diving alive.
Directors: Sheikha Bahzad, Maryam Al-Thani
Qatar / Arabic / 2018 / 6 mins
Gubgub
An adventurous young girl goes crab-hunting with her family. Discouraged when her father undervalues her accomplishments compared to her brother’s, she sets out to win his approval.
Director: Nouf Al Sulaiti
Qatar / Arabic / 2018 / 9 mins
Above the Tamarind Tree
An introverted Qatari girl ventures into a wild valley, risking her life to reclaim her precious necklace from a mischievous parrot.
Director: Buthyna Al-Mohammadi
Qatar / Arabic / 2023 / 7 mins
Emsahar
A young girl attempts to prevent the death of her beloved grandmother by harnessing the magical powers of a local Ramadan drummer.
Director: Hassan Al-Jahni
Qatar / Arabic / 2020 / 7 mins
Treasures of the Past
Om Fahad, Om Khalid and Om Mohammed are three elderly Qatari women who have spent their lives putting food on their families’ tables through their handiwork.
Directors: Rawan Al-Nassiri, Nada Bedair
Qatar / Arabic / 2017 / 8 mins
Simple Cut
14-year-old Kholoud's rebellious haircut spirals into a series of misadventures, challenging cultural norms and reshaping her relationship with her traditional mother.
Director: Maha Al-Jefairi
Qatar / Arabic, English / 2023 / 12 mins