From Ground Zero: Stories from Gaza
Date: Thursday, March 27th, 2025, 7:00 – 9:00pm
Location: Innis Town Hall
From Executive Producer Michael Moore and Palestine’s Official Submission for the 2025 Academy Awards, From Ground Zero, is a collection of revealing stories from 22 Palestinian filmmakers living through war, who capture their lives in Gaza amidst war.
Using a blend of animation, documentary, and fiction, they create a powerful testament to the steadfastness of the human spirit. This film serves as a remarkable reflection of how art can thrive even in the darkest times, showcasing the enduring spirit and creativity that emerge amid ongoing devastation.
EARLY PRAISE
“From Ground Zero is a profound cinematic event, proving that movies can be made even on the edge of destruction.” – FILM THREAT
“For all its horror and sadness, this is one of the most hopeful films I’ve ever seen.” – ROGER EBERT.COM
“That FROM GROUND ZERO exists is both a tragedy and a miracle in unequal measure” – INDIEWIRE