Light to Ashes
Qumra Projects
Nadia Al-Khater / Short Narrative / Qatar
In Arabic
Interests: Drama, History, War
Rated: This film has not been rated.
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Synopsis
After experiencing a haunting vision, warrior-poet Labid is pulled into his past, reliving the defining moments that shaped him—his deep bond with his fearless sister Arbad, the tragedies of war, and the inescapable weight of destiny. As he retraces his footsteps through a desert landscape, both real and surreal, Labid is confronted by a mysterious Witch—whose cryptic verses echo the inevitability of loss and the fleeting nature of life. ‘Light to Ashes’ is an exploration of memory, prophecy, and the unbreakable grip of destiny.
About the Director
Nadia Al-Khater is a Qatari filmmaker drawn to innovative storytelling. Her early passion for filmmaking inspired her to direct after graduating from Georgetown University. She wrote and directed the short drama-thriller ‘This Is Not a Drill’ (2019) with The Film House. Her photograph Djurgården 10 has been exhibited at GroundSeeSaw in Seoul, South Korea, and Tokyo, Japan. She directed the 2022 brand video for the National Museum of Qatar. Her previous short film, ‘A Proposal’ (2023), premiered at the Malmö Arab Film Festival and was showcased at other film festivals worldwide.
Credits
- Director
- Nadia Al-Khater
- Screenwriter
- Nadia Al-Khater
- Producer
- Basel Owies