2005 Azadi

15min short

Writer & director: Anthony Maras, Producer: Scott McDonald

An Afghani family find that their struggle to escape from oppression and persecution in their homeland does not prevent further harsh and unjust treatment under the regime of incarceration and detention in a so-called liberal society.

Awards & Nominations:

Nominated AFI Awards 2005 Best Short Film

Palm Springs International Festival of Short Films

"Critics and Audience Choice" commendation

Aust Cinematograpers Awards- 2005 Gold Award

Nomination -ATOM Awards 2005 Best Short Film

Finalist -Austin Film Festival Best Short Film

Finalist - Dendy Awards - Sydney Film Festival 2005

Official Selection - Adelaide Film Festival; Valladolid; Sao Paulo; Florida; Sydney; Fort Lauderdale ;Foyle Film Festival; Los Angeles International Short FF; Athens; Vermont InternationalFF; Tiburon International FF; Bermuda International FF; Hamptons International FF