Stories Beyond the News
This project aims to convey the voices of the people living in Gaza. It delivers individual stories to the world—stories that cannot be fully captured by fragmented news footage or short clips on social media. The work is a co-production between ALEF Multimedia, based in Gaza, and UPLINK in Tokyo. ALEF is responsible for on-site reporting, while UPLINK handles editing, distribution, and theatrical release.
Call for Participation
- ●Recruiting cinemas wishing to screen the film
- ●Recruiting groups and individuals who wish to hold independent screenings
- ●Recruiting streaming platforms interested in distribution
- ●Crowdfunding for the continuation of the project
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Episode1
Ahmed’s Story
Theatrical and Online Release on August 22Filming Date: May 21, 2025
Filming Location: Around Gaza Islamic UniversityAhmed Al-Ghalban, from Beit Lahia in northern Gaza, lost both legs in an Israeli military attack on March 22. His twin brother, Muhammad, was killed in the same attack. Both had been learning circus arts and dreamed of becoming performers.Watch hereTheatrical Version
（50min）Short Version
（22min）Viewing fees will be used to cover video production costs in Gaza. -
Episode2
Ahmad the Musician’s Message
October 31 Theatrical & Online ReleaseFilming Date: July 12, 2025
Filming Location: The Unknown Soldier’s Park Refugee CampMusician Ahmad Abu-Amsha has been forced to live as an evacuee in a refugee camp at Gaza’s Unknown Soldier Park. Despite bombings and food shortages, he continues to teach music to children within the camp.Watch hereTheatrical Version
（64min）The viewing fee will be used to support film production in Gaza. -
Episode3
Al-Rasheed Street in September
Released July 31, 2026 — Theatrical & OnlineFilming Period: September–November 2025
Filming Location: Al-Rasheed Street (Gaza City coastal road)October 10, 2025:On September 9, 2025—roughly one month before the ceasefire—the Israeli military dropped leaflets on residents of northern Gaza City, ordering them to evacuate to Al-Mawasi in the south via Al-Rasheed Street along the coast.
A ceasefire agreement was announced.
What was happening in Gaza at that moment?
This film focuses on the people displaced along Al-Rasheed Street following that evacuation order. It also captures footage of Gaza City in October and November after the ceasefire was reached. Through the eyes of local Gazans, the film presents a raw and authentic reality of the current situation—revealing scenes that have never been broadcast on the news.Watch hereTheatrical Version
（64min）¥1500
()¥5000
()The viewing fee will be used to support film production in Gaza.
About the Project
This project aims to continuously convey the current reality of Gaza through footage captured from the perspective of a Gaza-based filmmaking team.
About ALEF Multimedia
ALEF Multimedia is a video production company based in Gaza, Palestine. Specializing in documentary films, motion graphics, and photography, it has over 16 years of experience documenting real human stories in conflict zones and difficult environments with high-quality visuals.
Its works have been screened at international film festivals and cinemas, receiving numerous awards. ALEF collaborates with international organizations and media such as the BBC, Al Jazeera, WHO, and UNDP, shining a light on social issues through visual storytelling.
The ALEF website states:
"We know how to tell the story."
Global Voices
ALEF Multimedia
Mohammed SAWWAF / Ibrahim AL-OTLA / Salah AL-HAW / Mohammed AL-DALOU / Ghada Abdulfattah / Mohammed Abu-SHAAR
UPLINK
Takashi ASAI / Kent OGAWA / Rubina MIZUGUCHI / Fumiyo NEMOTO / Shinju SANO
Editing: Theatrical Version - Yosuke SHIBA / Short Version - Atsushi NAGAO (GETSUKURO)
Website Production: Satomi FURUYA
Promotion Design: Tomohiro ITAMI (IT IS DESIGN)
Please send your thoughts on the film to voice@uplink.co.jp.
Your comments and name may be published.
Messages for the team in Gaza or the people featured in the film will be translated and delivered to them.