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Hiroshima

In the quiet dawn of August 6, 1945, Hiroshima awakens to a day that would change history forever as an American B-29 bomber drops the world's first atomic bomb over the city.

  • Hashem Al-Ghaili
    Director
  • Hashem Al-Ghaili
    Writer
  • Tiago Nugent
    Music By
  • Hashem Al-Ghaili
    Editing & Sound Design
  • Panos Chountoulidis
    Sound Mixing
  • Anna Hitova
    Color Grading By
  • Hashem Al-Ghaili
    VFX By
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Experimental, Short, Web / New Media
  • Runtime:
    9 minutes 37 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 23, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    3,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United Arab Emirates
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Distribution Information
  • YouTube
    Distributor
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: Internet
  • TikTok
    Distributor
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: Internet
  • Facebook
    Distributor
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: Internet
  • Instagram
    Distributor
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: Internet
  • Twitter/X
    Distributor
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: Internet
  • Reddit
    Distributor
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: Internet
Director Biography - Hashem Al-Ghaili

Hashem Al-Ghaili is a writer, filmmaker, video producer, science communicator, and four-time TEDx speaker who was born in Yemen in 1990. He obtained his degree in Molecular Biotechnology from Jacobs University Bremen in Germany. He runs his own Facebook page, "Science Nature Page," which has over 34 million followers and reaches around 400 million users per week. His videos on social media have garnered over 20 billion views, covering a wide range of subjects including astronomy, physics, biology, medicine, nature, technology, and innovation. His science communication activities extend to YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

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Director Statement

In creating this film about Hiroshima, my intention was to transcend the boundaries of historical recounting and delve into the profound human experiences that unfolded on that fateful day in 1945. Driven by empathy and deep admiration, I aimed to honor the memories of those who endured the unimaginable, highlighting their suffering, and the glimmer of hope that arose amidst the devastation. This film is not just a retelling of a historical event; it's an homage to the spirit of Hiroshima's people, a reminder of the devastating consequences of war, and a call for peace and humanity in our times. It's a tribute to the enduring spirit of those who faced the darkest moments with courage, and a reflection on our responsibility to ensure such a tragedy never occurs again.