Synopsis: Eager to reclaim a sense of normalcy, six-year-old refugee Sara sneaks out with her sister to explore their new estate in London.
About the Filmmaker: Alexandra is a writer and director whose work centres on unconventional relationships and marginalised communities. Drawing on her personal experiences as a neurodivergent individual, she is committed to telling diverse, untold stories. Her directorial debut, In the Clouds, exploring the lives of a family in London, is currently making the festival rounds.
As a screenwriter, Alexandra has made a significant impact with award-winning shorts. A Day in February, about a Ukrainian mother separated from her family at the border, has been selected for BAFTA and Oscar-qualifying festivals, winning Best UK Short Film at the Foyle International Film Festival. Bebe AI, a sci-fi short starring Amanda Abbington and George Webster, has earned recognition at BAFTA and Oscar-qualifying festivals, winning Best of Fest at the Superfest Disability Film Festival. Additionally, Pas de Deux, an LGBTQ+ love story she wrote and produced, has been featured at major festivals, including Leeds International Film Festival.
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| Released: | 2025 |
| Runtime: | 14 Mins |
| Director: | Alexandra Bahíyyih Wain |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| Writer: | Alexandra Bahíyyih Wain |
| Producer: | Daniel Panyko |
| Key Cast: | Nika Roufi, Sophia Akraminejad, Raha Rahbari, Reza Shademan |
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