
Safar Ali Danish
Safar Ali Danish is an independent filmmaker who is well known for his short film "Flying in Darkness" which has received 20 international Award, including the 8th Shahr International film festival Iran. He belongs from a prestigious Hazara Community and born in Quetta Balochistan, Pakistan, graduated from Iqra University Karachi in major of Film and Tv.
He also made a documentary film by the name of "A Journey Through Perseverance" which has won 7 International Awards at different film around the world, His contributions to cinema not only highlight the culture and stories of Balochistan but also resonate with audiences worldwide. His films often explore themes that reflect social issues and human experiences.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM Film
Saturday 1st Feb
I Stood Among the Bodies
Location: Hall 2
Shakira, a brave girl from Hazara ethnicity, is an athlete with many Gold Medals in Karate. She was one of the victims in the 2013 Hazara Town Blast in Quetta. Despite that horrific event, and the patriarchal pressure on her not to pursue her passion in karate, Shakira continues to stand tall and firm in her determination.