Private Project

Don´t kill my dreams

The film is about Anna who lives with her alcoholic and controlling father and dreams of becoming an actress.

  • Ibrahim Faal
    Director
  • Ibrahim Faal
    Writer
  • Ibrahim Faal
    Producer
  • Roda Abdalle
    Producer
  • Benjamina Agyekum
    Key Cast
    "Anna"
  • Sekou Ahmed Tidjane Condé
    Key Cast
    "Dallas"
  • Ida Gyllensten
    Key Cast
    "Nina"
  • Ebba J Dahlberg
    Key Cast
    "Malin"
  • Isabell Andén
    Key Cast
    "Sandra"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    9 minutes 30 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 20, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    192,520 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Sweden
  • Country of Filming:
    Sweden
  • Language:
    Swedish
  • Shooting Format:
    Lumix GH5 (4K)
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
  • PIXEL Skånes Filmfestival 2022
    Malmo
    Sweden
    April 30, 2022
    PIXEL Skånes Filmfestival
    Nominated for best script
  • Festigious International Film Festival May 2022
    Los Angeles
    United States
    May 28, 2022
    Award Winner - Best Original Story
  • African Diaspora Cinema Festival 2022
    Florence
    Italy
    June 15, 2022
    ADCF FINAL SELECTION 2022
  • CinemAfrica 2022
    Stockholm
    Sweden
    October 29, 2022
    SHORT FILM BUNDLE 3X
Director Biography - Ibrahim Faal

Ibrahim Faal, a Swedish-born actor and screenwriter, developed a passion for storytelling and acting early in life. Growing up in Malmö, Ibrahim explored various interests, from sports to music, before discovering his true calling in film after watching the Swedish series Det nya landet. Since his stage debut in 2009, Ibrahim has worked across film, TV, radio, and theatre, consistently delivering powerful performances and compelling narratives.

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Director Statement

Ibrahim Faal is committed to crafting films that explore universal themes without resorting to stereotypes. His work is driven by a desire to tell stories that resonate deeply and challenge perceptions, making a lasting impact on audiences.