Private Project

Stagnant

The story centers on a day in the life of an ailing father in his late 60s, whose wheeled chair has become an extension of his identity, and his 30 years old son who lives with him under one roof. The father is unwell; he cannot move and is confined to a wheelchair. On the other side, the son works and looks after his old man since he is ill. The entire film will depict a day, or perhaps years, of how they both live together and how their daily routine appears when they are both present in the household. From how the son serves breakfast for his father to how they both retire to bed. Although we will be witnessing how he treats his father and provides him with all the care he requires, we will also be observing an inner battle inside the son that lacks the freshness of youth and moments of vanity. A significant question mark will remain: why does he believe he can't tolerate the loudness any longer?

  • Salma tarek farrag
    Director
  • salma tarek farrag
    Writer
  • salma tarek farrag
    Producer
  • nadeem hesham
    Key Cast
  • hesham zekry
    key cast
  • assem hazem
    cinematographer
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    راكد
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Runtime:
    10 minutes 27 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 25, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    1,130 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Egypt
  • Country of Filming:
    Egypt
  • Language:
    Arabic
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - misr international university
  • zawya shorts

    Egypt
    May 3, 2023
    official selection
Director - Salma tarek farrag