Synopsis
Zara, a schoolgirl in Karachi, shares a sensual dance video with her virtual boyfriend, who then blackmails her. Caught between his manipulative behaviour and the desire to experience love on her own terms, Zara searches for the strength to reject the confines of a patriarchal society.
Sandstorm (2021) is a 20 min drama short film by Seemab Gul. Zara, a schoolgirl in Karachi, shares a sensual dance video with her virtual boyfriend, who then blackmails her. Selected for Bolton International Film Festival (2022).
Bande-annonce
Parcours en festivals
- International Film Festival Rotterdam 2026 generic
- Bolton International Film Festival 2022
- Sundance Film Festival 2022 generic
- AFI Fest 2021 generic
- Venice Film Festival 2021 generic
