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Made in Qatar at M7 Programme 3
As we celebrate a monumental year for the nation, we are proud to present an incredible selection of internationally acclaimed and awarded short films by Qatar-based filmmakers.
Made in Qatar at D’reesha Programme 2
As we celebrate a monumental year for the nation, we are proud to present an incredible selection of internationally acclaimed and awarded short films by Qatar-based filmmakers.
Made in Qatar: Short Films Programme - Qatar National Day
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 at D’reesha Programme 1
Including ‘Short Kicks: Footballing Films by Student Filmmakers’
Screening on 2 Dec, 11 Dec, 12 Dec, 15 Dec | 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.
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.

Credits

Director
Nouf Al Sulaiti
Screenwriter
Nouf Al Sulaiti
Producer
Justin Kramer
Cinematographer
Christopher Moon
Production Company
The Film House
Sound
Nadim Maalouf
Assistant Director
Jemina Legaspi
Cast
Jawaher: Fatima Al Nahdi
Khalid: Ali Al Nahdi
Bu Khalid: Mahrous Hassan Daloul
Nawaf: Saad Al Wezain
Bu Nawaf: Sami Al Taweel
Nawaf brother #1: Osama Al Taweel
Nawaf brother #2: Mansour Al Nahdi

About the Director

Nouf Al Sulaiti
Nouf Al Sulaiti is a Qatari producer and director with a passion for storytelling. She holds a BS in Media Industries and Technologies from Northwestern University. She focuses on stories about female empowerment and her region. Nouf wrote and directed 'Gubgub', a fictional short selected for Qumra 2018, funded by The Film House and Doha Film Institute. 'Gubgub' was officially selected to screen a