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Where Cultures Meet Through Cinema, Art & Stories
About Us
Cross Border Shows is a global platform curating cultural events, film festivals, and live experiences that connect artists and audiences across borders. We create immersive spaces where stories, creativity, and cultures come together to inspire and
unite worldwide communities.
Explore Events
moments across borders.
Become a Partner
artists and audiences.
Media Access
our latest news.
Special Screening
Experience a curated selection of powerful stories that transcend borders. Our screenings
bring together impactful films, creators, and audiences for an unforgettable journey.
- United States
- Iran
- United Kingdom
- Canada
- Feature Film
- Pakistan
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On The Mountain
A reflective journey where isolation in nature leads to healing and self-realization.
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Director: Anya Raza
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Cast: Emma Stonebridge, Lucas Reed
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Country: United States
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Language: English
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Film Type: Short Film
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Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 47 seconds
On The Mountain
A reflective journey where isolation in nature leads to healing and self-realization.
-
Director: Anya Raza
-
Cast: Emma Stonebridge, Lucas Reed
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 47 seconds
1
Salam Shalom
An eye-opening story uncovering hidden history and cultural identity across borders.
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Director: Hina Ali
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Cast: David Cohen, Sara Ahmed
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Country: United States
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Language: English / Urdu
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Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Documentary / Drama
- Runtime: 28 minutes
Salam Shalom
An eye-opening story uncovering hidden history and cultural identity across borders.
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Director: Hina Ali
-
Cast: David Cohen, Sara Ahmed
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English / Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Documentary / Drama
- Runtime: 28 minutes
1
STALLED
A heartfelt student short film blending comedy and drama, capturing life’s unexpected pauses and personal growth through a relatable journey.
- Director: Michael Lazovsky
- Country: United States
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Student Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
STALLED
A heartfelt student short film blending comedy and drama, capturing life’s unexpected pauses and personal growth through a relatable journey.
- Director: Michael Lazovsky
- Country: United States
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Student Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
1
The Trunk
A suspenseful drama where hidden secrets and unexpected discoveries unfold from a mysterious trunk, changing lives forever.
- Director: Fahad Shaikh
- Cast:TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Suspense
The Trunk
A suspenseful drama where hidden secrets and unexpected discoveries unfold from a mysterious trunk, changing lives forever.
- Director: Fahad Shaikh
- Cast:TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Suspense
1
Jyoti
A gripping psychological drama that follows an intense emotional journey through trauma, resilience, and self-discovery.
- Director: Azfar Ali
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, Psychological
Jyoti
A gripping psychological drama that follows an intense emotional journey through trauma, resilience, and self-discovery.
- Director: Azfar Ali
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, Psychological
1
Kufiya
A powerful short film reflecting themes of heritage, identity, and cultural expression through a concise and impactful narrative.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
Kufiya
A powerful short film reflecting themes of heritage, identity, and cultural expression through a concise and impactful narrative.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
1
Eman
A poignant war drama portraying courage, survival, and hope amidst conflict, highlighting the human spirit during challenging times.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Arabic
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, War
Eman
A poignant war drama portraying courage, survival, and hope amidst conflict, highlighting the human spirit during challenging times.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Palestine
- Language: Arabic
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, War
1
Meet The 3amos
A lighthearted and culturally rich short film that celebrates friendship, family dynamics, and the humor found in everyday life.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Arabic, English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
Meet The 3amos
A lighthearted and culturally rich short film that celebrates friendship, family dynamics, and the humor found in everyday life.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Arabic, English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
1
A Little Goldfish
A touching short film that uses simple yet profound storytelling to explore innocence, hope, and the beauty of small drea
- Director: MohammadReza Rahmani
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
A Little Goldfish
A touching short film that uses simple yet profound storytelling to explore innocence, hope, and the beauty of small dreams.
- Director: MohammadReza Rahmani
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
1
A Pine; A Hundred Sparrows
A visually rich documentary exploring resilience, nature, and human connection through the symbolism of a lone pine and countless sparrows.
- Director: Hashem Mortazaviyan
- Cast: Documentary Participant
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Documentary Feature
- Genre: Documentary
A Pine; A Hundred Sparrows
A visually rich documentary exploring resilience, nature, and human connection through the symbolism of a lone pine and countless sparrows.
- Director: Hashem Mortazaviyan
- Cast: Documentary Participant
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Documentary Feature
- Genre: Documentary
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ZONA CESARINI
A powerful psychological drama exploring human fragility, social challenges, and the search for meaning in life’s most critical moments.
- Director: Maryam Rahimi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran, Italy
- Language: Italian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama • Psychological • Social
- Runtime: 10 minutes 37 seconds
ZONA CESARINI
A powerful psychological drama exploring human fragility, social challenges, and the search for meaning in life’s most critical moments.
- Director: Maryam Rahimi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran, Italy
- Language: Italian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama • Psychological • Social
- Runtime: 10 minutes 37 seconds
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Simran Kaur 1970
A nostalgic period drama capturing love and societal expectations in the 1970s.
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Director: Keshavi Jaharia
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Cast: Simran Kaur, Arjun Malhotra
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Country: United Kingdom
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Language: English / Punjabi
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Film Type: Short Film
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Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 15 minutes
Simran Kaur 1970
A deeply personal story exploring identity, faith, and resilience through one man’s journey.
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Director: Keshavi Jaharia
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Cast: Simran Kaur, Arjun Malhotra
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Country: United Kingdom
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Language: English / Punjabi
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Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 15 minutes
1
The Heart Smiles
A charming romantic comedy celebrating love, laughter, and meaningful connections through an uplifting and heartfelt story.
- Director: Aftab Abbasi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Romance, Comedy
The Heart Smiles
A charming romantic comedy celebrating love, laughter, and meaningful connections through an uplifting and heartfelt story.
- Director: Aftab Abbasi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Romance, Comedy
1
Kalisa Meray Aagay
A moving family drama exploring identity, faith, and belonging as cultures and generations collide in an emotional coming-of-age journey.
- Director: Rubina Faisal
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: Hindi, Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Family Drama, Religious Drama
Kalisa Meray Aagay
A moving family drama exploring identity, faith, and belonging as cultures and generations collide in an emotional coming-of-age journey.
- Director: Rubina Faisal
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: Hindi, Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Family Drama, Religious Drama
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THE MARTIAL ARTIST
An inspiring journey of redemption, discipline, and self-discovery as a rising MMA fighter battles fame, personal demons, and his greatest opponent himself.
- Director: Shaz Khan
- Cast: Shaz Khan, Faran Tahir, Sanam Saeed, Gregory Sporleder, Liz Fennin
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama • Sports • Action
- Runtime: 1 hour 57 minute
THE MARTIAL ARTIST
An inspiring journey of redemption, discipline, and self-discovery as a rising MMA fighter battles fame, personal demons, and his greatest opponent himself.
- Director: Shaz Khan
- Cast: Shaz Khan, Faran Tahir, Sanam Saeed, Gregory Sporleder, Liz Fennin
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama • Sports • Action
- Runtime: 1 hour 57 minute
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ISMAIL
A deeply personal story exploring identity, faith, and resilience through one man’s journey.
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Director: Ayesha Farooq
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Cast: Imran Ashraf, Saba Qamar
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Country: Pakistan
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Language: Urdu
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Film Type: Short Film
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Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 22 seconds
ISMAIL
A deeply personal story exploring identity, faith, and resilience through one man’s journey.
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Director: Ayesha Farooq
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Cast: Imran Ashraf, Saba Qamar
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Country: Pakistan
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Language: Urdu
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Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 22 seconds
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Udeekan
A story of longing and emotional distance expressed through silence and waiting.
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Director: Aiza Mustabeen Zahid
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Cast: Hania Aamir, Bilal Abbas
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Country: Pakistan
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Language: Urdu
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Film Type: Short Film
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Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 25 minutes
Udeekan
A story of longing and emotional distance expressed through silence and waiting.
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Director: Aiza Mustabeen Zahid
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Cast: Hania Aamir, Bilal Abbas
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Country: Pakistan
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Language: Urdu
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Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 25 minutes
1
Beyond The Wetlands
A visually immersive feature exploring life, survival, and nature within fragile ecosystems.
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Director: Arsalan Majid
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Cast: Ali Rehman Khan, Mahira Khan
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Country: Pakistan
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Language: Urdu
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Film Type: Feature Film
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Genre: Adventure, Survival, Thriller
- Runtime: 1 hour 34 minutes 36 seconds
Beyond The Wetlands
A visually immersive feature exploring life, survival, and nature within fragile ecosystems.
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Director: Arsalan Majid
-
Cast: Ali Rehman Khan, Mahira Khan
-
Country: Pakistan
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Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Feature Film
-
Genre: Adventure, Survival, Thriller
- Runtime: 1 hour 34 minutes 36 seconds
1
Fankaar (The Artist)
A psychological thriller that delves into the fragile boundaries between creativity, obsession, and fear through the mind of an artist.
- Director: Ahsan Minhas
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Thriller, Psychological Horror
Fankaar (The Artist)
A psychological thriller that delves into the fragile boundaries between creativity, obsession, and fear through the mind of an artist.
- Director: Ahsan Minhas
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Thriller, Psychological Horror
1
ISMAIL
A deeply personal story exploring identity, faith, and resilience through one man’s journey.
-
Director: Ayesha Farooq
-
Cast: Imran Ashraf, Saba Qamar
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 22 seconds
ISMAIL
A deeply personal story exploring identity, faith, and resilience through one man’s journey.
-
Director: Ayesha Farooq
-
Cast: Imran Ashraf, Saba Qamar
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 22 seconds
1
Udeekan
A story of longing and emotional distance expressed through silence and waiting.
-
Director: Aiza Mustabeen Zahid
-
Cast: Hania Aamir, Bilal Abbas
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 25 minutes
Udeekan
A story of longing and emotional distance expressed through silence and waiting.
-
Director: Aiza Mustabeen Zahid
-
Cast: Hania Aamir, Bilal Abbas
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 25 minutes
1
On The Mountain
A reflective journey where isolation in nature leads to healing and self-realization.
-
Director: Anya Raza
-
Cast: Emma Stonebridge, Lucas Reed
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 47 seconds
On The Mountain
A reflective journey where isolation in nature leads to healing and self-realization.
-
Director: Anya Raza
-
Cast: Emma Stonebridge, Lucas Reed
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 47 seconds
1
Simran Kaur 1970
A nostalgic period drama capturing love and societal expectations in the 1970s.
-
Director: Keshavi Jaharia
-
Cast: Simran Kaur, Arjun Malhotra
-
Country: United Kingdom
-
Language: English / Punjabi
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 15 minutes
Simran Kaur 1970
A deeply personal story exploring identity, faith, and resilience through one man’s journey.
-
Director: Keshavi Jaharia
-
Cast: Simran Kaur, Arjun Malhotra
-
Country: United Kingdom
-
Language: English / Punjabi
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 15 minutes
1
Salam Shalom
An eye-opening story uncovering hidden history and cultural identity across borders.
-
Director: Hina Ali
-
Cast: David Cohen, Sara Ahmed
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English / Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Documentary / Drama
- Runtime: 28 minutes
Salam Shalom
An eye-opening story uncovering hidden history and cultural identity across borders.
-
Director: Hina Ali
-
Cast: David Cohen, Sara Ahmed
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English / Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Documentary / Drama
- Runtime: 28 minutes
1
Beyond The Wetlands
A visually immersive feature exploring life, survival, and nature within fragile ecosystems.
-
Director: Arsalan Majid
-
Cast: Ali Rehman Khan, Mahira Khan
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Feature Film
-
Genre: Adventure, Survival, Thriller
- Runtime: 1 hour 34 minutes 36 seconds
Beyond The Wetlands
A visually immersive feature exploring life, survival, and nature within fragile ecosystems.
-
Director: Arsalan Majid
-
Cast: Ali Rehman Khan, Mahira Khan
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Feature Film
-
Genre: Adventure, Survival, Thriller
- Runtime: 1 hour 34 minutes 36 seconds
1
STALLED
A heartfelt student short film blending comedy and drama, capturing life’s unexpected pauses and personal growth through a relatable journey.
- Director: Michael Lazovsky
- Country: United States
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Student Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
STALLED
A heartfelt student short film blending comedy and drama, capturing life’s unexpected pauses and personal growth through a relatable journey.
- Director: Michael Lazovsky
- Country: United States
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Student Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
1
Kalisa Meray Aagay
A moving family drama exploring identity, faith, and belonging as cultures and generations collide in an emotional coming-of-age journey.
- Director: Rubina Faisal
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: Hindi, Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Family Drama, Religious Drama
Kalisa Meray Aagay
A moving family drama exploring identity, faith, and belonging as cultures and generations collide in an emotional coming-of-age journey.
- Director: Rubina Faisal
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: Hindi, Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Family Drama, Religious Drama
1
Fankaar (The Artist)
A psychological thriller that delves into the fragile boundaries between creativity, obsession, and fear through the mind of an artist.
- Director: Ahsan Minhas
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Thriller, Psychological Horror
Fankaar (The Artist)
A psychological thriller that delves into the fragile boundaries between creativity, obsession, and fear through the mind of an artist.
- Director: Ahsan Minhas
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Thriller, Psychological Horror
1
The Heart Smiles
A charming romantic comedy celebrating love, laughter, and meaningful connections through an uplifting and heartfelt story.
- Director: Aftab Abbasi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Romance, Comedy
The Heart Smiles
A charming romantic comedy celebrating love, laughter, and meaningful connections through an uplifting and heartfelt story.
- Director: Aftab Abbasi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Romance, Comedy
1
The Trunk
A suspenseful drama where hidden secrets and unexpected discoveries unfold from a mysterious trunk, changing lives forever.
- Director: Fahad Shaikh
- Cast:TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Suspense
The Trunk
A suspenseful drama where hidden secrets and unexpected discoveries unfold from a mysterious trunk, changing lives forever.
- Director: Fahad Shaikh
- Cast:TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Suspense
1
Kufiya
A powerful short film reflecting themes of heritage, identity, and cultural expression through a concise and impactful narrative.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
Kufiya
A powerful short film reflecting themes of heritage, identity, and cultural expression through a concise and impactful narrative.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
1
A Pine; A Hundred Sparrows
A visually rich documentary exploring resilience, nature, and human connection through the symbolism of a lone pine and countless sparrows.
- Director: Hashem Mortazaviyan
- Cast: Documentary Participant
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Documentary Feature
- Genre: Documentary
A Pine; A Hundred Sparrows
A visually rich documentary exploring resilience, nature, and human connection through the symbolism of a lone pine and countless sparrows.
- Director: Hashem Mortazaviyan
- Cast: Documentary Participant
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Documentary Feature
- Genre: Documentary
1
Jyoti
A gripping psychological drama that follows an intense emotional journey through trauma, resilience, and self-discovery.
- Director: Azfar Ali
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, Psychological
Jyoti
A gripping psychological drama that follows an intense emotional journey through trauma, resilience, and self-discovery.
- Director: Azfar Ali
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, Psychological
1
Meet The 3amos
A lighthearted and culturally rich short film that celebrates friendship, family dynamics, and the humor found in everyday life.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Arabic, English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
Meet The 3amos
A lighthearted and culturally rich short film that celebrates friendship, family dynamics, and the humor found in everyday life.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Arabic, English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
1
Eman
A poignant war drama portraying courage, survival, and hope amidst conflict, highlighting the human spirit during challenging times.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Arabic
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, War
Eman
A poignant war drama portraying courage, survival, and hope amidst conflict, highlighting the human spirit during challenging times.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Palestine
- Language: Arabic
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, War
1
A Little Goldfish
A touching short film that uses simple yet profound storytelling to explore innocence, hope, and the beauty of small drea
- Director: MohammadReza Rahmani
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
A Little Goldfish
A touching short film that uses simple yet profound storytelling to explore innocence, hope, and the beauty of small dreams.
- Director: MohammadReza Rahmani
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
Special Screening
Experience a curated selection of powerful stories that transcend borders. Our screenings
bring together impactful films, creators, and audiences for an unforgettable journey.
1
ISMAIL
A deeply personal story exploring identity, faith, and resilience through one man’s journey.
-
Director: Ayesha Farooq
-
Cast: Imran Ashraf, Saba Qamar
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 22 seconds
ISMAIL
A deeply personal story exploring identity, faith, and resilience through one man’s journey.
-
Director: Ayesha Farooq
-
Cast: Imran Ashraf, Saba Qamar
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 22 seconds
1
Udeekan
A story of longing and emotional distance expressed through silence and waiting.
-
Director: Aiza Mustabeen Zahid
-
Cast: Hania Aamir, Bilal Abbas
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 25 minutes
Udeekan
A story of longing and emotional distance expressed through silence and waiting.
-
Director: Aiza Mustabeen Zahid
-
Cast: Hania Aamir, Bilal Abbas
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 25 minutes
1
On The Mountain
A reflective journey where isolation in nature leads to healing and self-realization.
-
Director: Anya Raza
-
Cast: Emma Stonebridge, Lucas Reed
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 47 seconds
On The Mountain
A reflective journey where isolation in nature leads to healing and self-realization.
-
Director: Anya Raza
-
Cast: Emma Stonebridge, Lucas Reed
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 12 minutes 47 seconds
1
Simran Kaur 1970
A nostalgic period drama capturing love and societal expectations in the 1970s.
-
Director: Keshavi Jaharia
-
Cast: Simran Kaur, Arjun Malhotra
-
Country: United Kingdom
-
Language: English / Punjabi
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 15 minutes
Simran Kaur 1970
A deeply personal story exploring identity, faith, and resilience through one man’s journey.
-
Director: Keshavi Jaharia
-
Cast: Simran Kaur, Arjun Malhotra
-
Country: United Kingdom
-
Language: English / Punjabi
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Drama
- Runtime: 15 minutes
1
Salam Shalom
An eye-opening story uncovering hidden history and cultural identity across borders.
-
Director: Hina Ali
-
Cast: David Cohen, Sara Ahmed
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English / Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Documentary / Drama
- Runtime: 28 minutes
Salam Shalom
An eye-opening story uncovering hidden history and cultural identity across borders.
-
Director: Hina Ali
-
Cast: David Cohen, Sara Ahmed
-
Country: United States
-
Language: English / Urdu
-
Film Type: Short Film
-
Genre: Documentary / Drama
- Runtime: 28 minutes
1
Beyond The Wetlands
A visually immersive feature exploring life, survival, and nature within fragile ecosystems.
-
Director: Arsalan Majid
-
Cast: Ali Rehman Khan, Mahira Khan
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Feature Film
-
Genre: Adventure, Survival, Thriller
- Runtime: 1 hour 34 minutes 36 seconds
Beyond The Wetlands
A visually immersive feature exploring life, survival, and nature within fragile ecosystems.
-
Director: Arsalan Majid
-
Cast: Ali Rehman Khan, Mahira Khan
-
Country: Pakistan
-
Language: Urdu
-
Film Type: Feature Film
-
Genre: Adventure, Survival, Thriller
- Runtime: 1 hour 34 minutes 36 seconds
1
STALLED
A heartfelt student short film blending comedy and drama, capturing life’s unexpected pauses and personal growth through a relatable journey.
- Director: Michael Lazovsky
- Country: United States
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Student Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
STALLED
A heartfelt student short film blending comedy and drama, capturing life’s unexpected pauses and personal growth through a relatable journey.
- Director: Michael Lazovsky
- Country: United States
- Language: English, Urdu
- Film Type: Student Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
1
Kalisa Meray Aagay
A moving family drama exploring identity, faith, and belonging as cultures and generations collide in an emotional coming-of-age journey.
- Director: Rubina Faisal
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: Hindi, Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Family Drama, Religious Drama
Kalisa Meray Aagay
A moving family drama exploring identity, faith, and belonging as cultures and generations collide in an emotional coming-of-age journey.
- Director: Rubina Faisal
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: Hindi, Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Family Drama, Religious Drama
1
Fankaar (The Artist)
A psychological thriller that delves into the fragile boundaries between creativity, obsession, and fear through the mind of an artist.
- Director: Ahsan Minhas
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Thriller, Psychological Horror
Fankaar (The Artist)
A psychological thriller that delves into the fragile boundaries between creativity, obsession, and fear through the mind of an artist.
- Director: Ahsan Minhas
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Pakistan
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Thriller, Psychological Horror
1
The Heart Smiles
A charming romantic comedy celebrating love, laughter, and meaningful connections through an uplifting and heartfelt story.
- Director: Aftab Abbasi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Romance, Comedy
The Heart Smiles
A charming romantic comedy celebrating love, laughter, and meaningful connections through an uplifting and heartfelt story.
- Director: Aftab Abbasi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Canada
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Romance, Comedy
1
The Trunk
A suspenseful drama where hidden secrets and unexpected discoveries unfold from a mysterious trunk, changing lives forever.
- Director: Fahad Shaikh
- Cast:TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Suspense
The Trunk
A suspenseful drama where hidden secrets and unexpected discoveries unfold from a mysterious trunk, changing lives forever.
- Director: Fahad Shaikh
- Cast:TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, Suspense
1
Kufiya
A powerful short film reflecting themes of heritage, identity, and cultural expression through a concise and impactful narrative.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
Kufiya
A powerful short film reflecting themes of heritage, identity, and cultural expression through a concise and impactful narrative.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
1
A Pine; A Hundred Sparrows
A visually rich documentary exploring resilience, nature, and human connection through the symbolism of a lone pine and countless sparrows.
- Director: Hashem Mortazaviyan
- Cast: Documentary Participant
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Documentary Feature
- Genre: Documentary
A Pine; A Hundred Sparrows
A visually rich documentary exploring resilience, nature, and human connection through the symbolism of a lone pine and countless sparrows.
- Director: Hashem Mortazaviyan
- Cast: Documentary Participant
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Documentary Feature
- Genre: Documentary
1
Jyoti
A gripping psychological drama that follows an intense emotional journey through trauma, resilience, and self-discovery.
- Director: Azfar Ali
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, Psychological
Jyoti
A gripping psychological drama that follows an intense emotional journey through trauma, resilience, and self-discovery.
- Director: Azfar Ali
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Urdu
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama, Psychological
1
Eman
A poignant war drama portraying courage, survival, and hope amidst conflict, highlighting the human spirit during challenging times.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Arabic
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, War
Eman
A poignant war drama portraying courage, survival, and hope amidst conflict, highlighting the human spirit during challenging times.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Palestine
- Language: Arabic
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama, War
1
Meet The 3amos
A lighthearted and culturally rich short film that celebrates friendship, family dynamics, and the humor found in everyday life.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Arabic, English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
Meet The 3amos
A lighthearted and culturally rich short film that celebrates friendship, family dynamics, and the humor found in everyday life.
- Director: Shahd Shahroor
- Cast: TBA
- Country: United States
- Language: Arabic, English
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Comedy, Drama
1
A Little Goldfish
A touching short film that uses simple yet profound storytelling to explore innocence, hope, and the beauty of small drea
- Director: MohammadReza Rahmani
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
A Little Goldfish
A touching short film that uses simple yet profound storytelling to explore innocence, hope, and the beauty of small dreams.
- Director: MohammadReza Rahmani
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran
- Language: Persian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama
1
THE MARTIAL ARTIST
An inspiring journey of redemption, discipline, and self-discovery as a rising MMA fighter battles fame, personal demons, and his greatest opponent himself.
- Director: Shaz Khan
- Cast: Shaz Khan, Faran Tahir, Sanam Saeed, Gregory Sporleder, Liz Fennin
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama • Sports • Action
- Runtime: 1 hour 57 minute
THE MARTIAL ARTIST
An inspiring journey of redemption, discipline, and self-discovery as a rising MMA fighter battles fame, personal demons, and his greatest opponent himself.
- Director: Shaz Khan
- Cast: Shaz Khan, Faran Tahir, Sanam Saeed, Gregory Sporleder, Liz Fennin
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Film Type: Feature Film
- Genre: Drama • Sports • Action
- Runtime: 1 hour 57 minute
1
ZONA CESARINI
A powerful psychological drama exploring human fragility, social challenges, and the search for meaning in life’s most critical moments.
- Director: Maryam Rahimi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran, Italy
- Language: Italian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama • Psychological • Social
- Runtime: 10 minutes 37 seconds
ZONA CESARINI
A powerful psychological drama exploring human fragility, social challenges, and the search for meaning in life’s most critical moments.
- Director: Maryam Rahimi
- Cast: TBA
- Country: Iran, Italy
- Language: Italian
- Film Type: Short Film
- Film Type: Short Film
- Genre: Drama • Psychological • Social
- Runtime: 10 minutes 37 seconds
Upcoming Events
Explore our upcoming events and experiences. Be part of global festivals,
performances, and cultural showcases.
Cross Border Film Festival Chicago (CBFFC) 2026
A global celebration of Pakistani cinema and storytelling, featuring film screenings, premieres, panel discussions, and an exclusive awards night.
- September 26–27, 2026
- Regal cinemas 1221 w Boughton rd Bolingbrook iL
Upcoming Events
Cross Border Film Festival Chicago (CBFFC) 2026
A global celebration of Pakistani cinema and storytelling, featuring film screenings, premieres, panel discussions, and an exclusive awards night.
- September 26–27, 2026
- Regal cinemas 1221 w Boughton rd Bolingbrook iL
