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Made in Qatar Programme
This special film showcases and celebrates the work of Qatari filmmakers and those who call Qatar home. The programme presented this year features some internationally shown and critically-acclaimed short documentaries and narratives.
Matters of the Mind – Short Films Programme (15+)
Embark on explorative tales of self-discovery and resilience—these acclaimed shorts reveal the nuances of identity and our collective journey toward true understanding.
A man drifts through memories as women perform sacred washing rites. Through reflections on death and rebirth, he seeks peace and acceptance of life’s most profound truths.
As women gently wash his body, Ali journeys through memories and reflections, confronting the mysteries of life, death, and rebirth. Drifting between moments of his past and revelations about his loved ones, he seeks answers to profound questions about mortality. This contemplative experimental narrative uses poetic imagery to explore the emotional depths of loss, solitude, and renewal. With its meditative tone and immersive sound design, the film offers a deeply personal and spiritual exploration of how we navigate the abyss of grief and death.

Credits

Director
Ali Al Hajri
Producer
Basel Owies
Executive Producer
Doha Film Institute
Editor
Abduljabbar Maki
Production Designer
Dana Abu Hejleh & Luma Mansi
Sound
Séverin Favriau
Cast
Ali Al Hajri, Roua Kalai, Ahmed Aljabri, Mohammed Al Dosari

About the Director

Ali Madi Alhajri
Ali Al Hajri is a Qatari filmmaker whose work is rooted in a fascination with narratives that blur the lines between fantasy and realism. His commitment to innovative storytelling is evident in his exploration of human experience and interior emotional states. Professionally, Ali is associated with Qatar Foundation, where he produces and directs short documentaries grounded in authenticity. His la