Yellow directed by Elham Ehsas 12m

In Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, a woman walks into a chadari store in Kabul to buy her first full-body veil and face an uncertain future.

Aziza directed by Soudade Kaadan - 13m

Ayman, Syrian refugee in Lebanon, teaching his wife how to drive his car, the only thing left for him from his country. The lesson takes a wrong turn into madness and nostalgia.

Beneath A Mother's Feet directed by Elias Suhail - 15m

A young Moroccan mother, trapped in a mundane existence, confronts her dreams and fears, leading to the agonising decision to forsake all she knows, even her children. Blending cinemá verite with superstition and allegory, the film draws from the director's own family history, highlighting the complexities of maternal sacrifice and defiance against patriarchal norms.

Matar directed by Hassan Akkad - 23m

Experience the powerful story of Matar, as he confronts the harsh realities of the UK's broken asylum system, and fights to rebuild his life against all odds.

WaterBear Original's docu-fiction film is a must-see for anyone interested in social justice. Directed by Bafta-winner Hassan Akkad and starring Ahmed Malek (The Swimmers), this film is a powerful exposé of the UK's asylum system and the discrimination faced by those trying to rebuild their lives in England.

Based on the lived experience of co-writer Ayman Alhussein, this film is a call to action to fight for a more just and equitable world.

Free to attend.
Suitable for ages 12+.

Sunday 5 November

This screening is part of Platforma Festival in collaboration with Counterpoint Arts.

A feast by Cook Speak Eat with be served from 2pm – 6:30 pm with arts activity. 

A Q&A screening of Name Me Lawand will take place at 2:30pm.

A comedy special starts at 7pm. 

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