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Behind The Door

Majedi Lala, a man worried about both his and his son's bachelorhood, sets out to find suitable wives for them. Along with his family, he visits Mama Shirin’s house, a man with four daughters—each with unique and peculiar traits. Now, they face the challenge of choosing the right bride. Who will they pick?

  • Muhammad Abed Baryal
    Director
  • Bahram Baryal
    Writer
  • Muhammad Abed Baryal
    Producer
  • Abdul Ahmad Khaksar
    Key Cast
    "Majidi Lala "
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    عقب دروازه
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    5 minutes 56 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    November 6, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    70 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Afghanistan
  • Country of Filming:
    Afghanistan
  • Language:
    Persian
  • Shooting Format:
    Cannon 80D
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Muhammad Abed Baryal

Muhammad Abed Baryal
(Born October 1, 2000) is an Afghan editor, director, and actor born in Wazir Muhammad Akbar Khan, Kabul. His films, primarily in the thriller and drama genres, have been released through YouTube channels.

Early Life and Career
Muhammad Abed Baryal developed an interest in films and acting at the age of ten. In 2012, when he was just 12 years old, he participated in a film directed by his father, Bahramuddin Baryal, where he played a small role. He acted alongside Abdul Ahmad Khaksar, one of Afghanistan’s most famous and beloved artists.

In 2017, he began collaborating with his father in cinematography and editing, which led him to edit and direct multiple films.

Films Directed by Muhammad Abed Baryal
Short film The Book Seller’s Daughter (2021)
Short film Behind the Door (2022)
Archive documentary Children

Films Edited by Muhammad Abed Baryal
Artistic film: Natijeh (2018)
Mini-series: Goncheha Par Par Mishavad (2019)
Film: Farar az Watan (2022)
Artistic film: Ishq Bar Bad Rakhteh (2022)
Artistic film: Dard-e Watan (2022)

Awards and Achievements
Winner of the Did-Naw Festival Award (2022)
- Recognized as one of the best editors among Afghan artists
- Collaborated with Salim Shaheen, one of Afghanistan’s leading filmmakers and producers

Education and Influences
Muhammad Abed Baryal has never attended a film schooldue to the lack of such institutions in Afghanistan. He has also never taken directing coursesbut believes he has learned filmmaking from his father, Bahramuddin Baryal, since childhood.

He cites Alfred Hitchcock, Stanley Kubrick, David Fincher, Steven Spielberg, and James Cameron as his biggest influences in cinematography and filmmaking. He also has a strong passion for James Bond 007 films

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Director Statement

In this short film, I aimed to take a humorous yet critical look at traditional marriage and societal expectations in conservative communities. The story of Majedi Lala is not just about finding a spouse but also about the clash of generations, marriage standards, and the realities behind choosing a life partner. Each character represents a different perspective on life and marriage, and these contrasts drive the narrative forward. I hope this film brings both laughter and reflection to the audience.