Doha Film Institute
Sultan belongs to a broken family. His parents went through a messy
divorce, and as a result, he ends up cast away to an orphanage.
Through a series of strange and mysterious dreams, Sultan decides to
escape from the orphanage in search of a better life. His dreams begin
to blur with reality, and his strange psychological journey ultimately
leads him to discover the reason behind his family’s breakup.
Sultan belongs to a broken family. His parents went through a messy divorce, and as a result, he ends up cast away to an orphanage. Through a series of strange and mysterious dreams, Sultan decides to escape from the orphanage in search of a better life. His dreams begin to blur with reality, and his strange psychological journey ultimately leads him to discover the reason behind his family’s breakup.

About the Director

Mahdi Ali Ali
Mahdi Ali Ali is a Qatari filmmaker and educator renowned for his contributions to cinema and the development of emerging filmmakers. Holding an MFA from EICAR, the International Film School of Paris, he has directed several acclaimed short films, including ‘Champs Elysées, I Love You’ (2009), ‘The Gulf Habibi’ (2011), and ‘Amphitheater’ (2019). His work often explores themes of identity, cultural