Saguenay international
short film festival

Synopsis

Samir and Nadyn, a Lebanese couple, spend a sleepless night anxious and fearing an Israeli airstrike could shatter the glass walls of their home. With their children peacefully asleep, they battle with whether to flee or risk the worst and stay.

Production :
Nicolas Khabbaz
Contact :
Music :
Cedric Kayem
Sound designer :
Cedric Kayem
Screenplay :
Nadyn Chalhoub Syriani and Samir Syriani
Cast :
Nadyn Chalhoub Syriani and Samir Syriani
Director :
Samir Syriani
Editing :
Desiree Abou Jaoude
Cinematographer :
Pierre Mouarkech
Artistic direction :
Manon Nammour
1st assistant director :
Dzovig Torikian

In competition for :


Grand Prize

Jury Award

AQCC award

Audience award Official competition

Direction
  • Samir Syriani

    Samir Syriani (b. 1989) is a Lebanese film director and screenwriter known for his striking visuals and storytelling. A full scholarship graduate, he began his career directing music videos and commercials, earning multiple awards for his work. In addition to filmmaking, he is a dedicated university professor, and proud father of two daughters.