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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
Contact
  • UPLINK
  • alef multimedia

  • Episode1

    Ahmed’s Story

    Theatrical and Online Release on August 22
    Filming Date: May 21, 2025　
    Filming Location: Around Gaza Islamic University
    Ahmed 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 here (In preparation)
    Theatrical Version
    （50min）
    ¥1000
    ¥5000
    Short Version
    （22min）
    ¥500
    ¥800
    Viewing fees will be used to cover video production costs in Gaza.

  • Episode2

    Ahmad the Musician’s Story

    Theatrical & Online Release Scheduled for October
    Filming Date: Jul 12, 2025　
    Filming Location: Refugee Camp, Unknown Soldier's Square
    Musician 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 here (In preparation)
    Theatrical Version
    （50min）
    ¥1000
    ¥5000
    Short Version
    （22min）
    ¥500
    ¥800
    Viewing fees will be used to cover video production costs in Gaza.

About the Project

Two versions of the film will be produced: a theatrical version and a short version. The film will be released in theaters operated by UPLINK in Tokyo and Kyoto, while both versions will also be distributed worldwide through this website. This project continues to share the reality of Gaza through footage captured from the perspective of the local video production team.
ALEF Multimedia

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."

Official Website：https://alef.ps

Global Voices



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.

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)