SHORT FILMS BLOCK - HAFF 2026

​HAFF 2026 – Official Selection Shorts Program
Bold Stories. Unforgettable Voices.

​Discover a powerful lineup of short films that push boundaries and capture the pulse of contemporary Arab storytelling. The Official Selection Shorts Program at HAFF 2026 brings together a diverse range of voices from across the diaspora and the region — each film distinct in style, yet united in its urgency to be seen and heard.

​From gripping psychological tension to quiet human moments, these films explore identity, displacement, memory, and the spaces in between. Crafted by visionary filmmakers, this block showcases the richness and evolution of Arab cinema on a global stage.

​Featuring:

• ​Oug – Dir. Abdulrahman Al Madani (UAE)

• ​Al Wadiaa – Dir. Hedy Krissane (Italy/Tunisia)

• ​No Parking No Waiting – Dir. Amr Gouda (Egypt)

• ​Blackout – Dir. Ahmed ElZogbhy (Egypt/France)

• ​Cinderella – Dir. Ala’a Al-Qaisi (Jordan/Australia)

• ​Nader’s Girl – Dir. Omar Mouallem (Canada)

• ​Alone – Dir. Mona Daoud (Egypt)

​This program is a testament to the range and depth of Arab voices today — stories that challenge, provoke, and resonate long after the screen fades to black.

​Short films, lasting impact.

​​All ticket sales are final. Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be transferred, reassigned, or used by anyone other than the original purchaser.