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Breath

Ace Kazkayasi

Short Film Screening Block

Genre Fever

On the verge of losing her sense of self, a young woman trapped in an abusive relationship must summon the strength to break free, symbolized by the shattering of a neglected fishbowl, or risk being consumed by her captivity.

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About the Director

Premiere Status:

World Premiere

About the Director

Ace Kazkayasi is a Turkish writer and director based in Toronto. Starting her career as an assistant director, she quickly transitioned to directing, showcasing a distinct style and captivating storytelling abilities. In 2022, she was named a semi-finalist in the Screencraft screenplay writing competition. Ace was awarded an ARTREACH grant in 2023.

Running Time

4 minutes

Language

English

Country

Canada

Producers

Maytham Jbara

Cast

Kalyna Alessandra

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