In Gaza, filmmakers risk their lives to keep their people’s stories alive, transforming harsh reality into cinema that reaches the Oscars.

Alaa is one of those filmmakers imprisoned in Gaza whose works have nevertheless managed to cross borders and reach the entire world. Despite the blockade, they continue their dual quest every day: that of shelter, a little bread and water, and that of a film project capable of making their voices heard.

"Gaza to Oscar", directed by Alaa Damo, is a short film that is part of the From Ground Zero + project, initiated by Rashid Masharawi, which presents a series of varied portraits of life in Gaza.