Emirates Film Festival – Best Actor – Nominee (DETERMiNED)
(2025)
Emirates Film Festival – Best Editing – Nominee (DETERMiNED)
(2025)
Emirates Film Festival – Best Screenplay – Nominee (DETERMiNED)
(2025)
Emirates Film Festival – Best Child Actor – Nominee (DETERMiNED)
(2025)
Emirates Film Festival – Best Cinematography – Winner (DETERMiNED)
(2025)
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by RSN8
Director Thrust from his quiet routine into the sensory chaos of an opulent hotel, a neurodivergent bellhop with severe sound sensitivity must endure the ordeal of his unforgiving first day, ultimately forging an unexpected bond with a colleague to claim his rightful place in society.
What We Leave Behind
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Film (short)
by RSN8
Director Forced to navigate a world that refuses to pause for grief, a heartbroken Anna must confront the agonizing memories of a lost loved one, turning to the audience for guidance as they struggle to heal and find a new way forward.
Vera
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Film
by RSN8
Director When a broken young woman enters the labyrinth of her mind in search of the truth she’s long denied, she must confront the thing that holds her hostage. But to escape, she must face her deepest fear, and only one can leave.
Vera is a surreal and haunting exploration of identity, truth, the cost of self-reflection, and rejection of grace. Blending psychological tension with striking visuals, the film invites viewers into an atmospheric descent where reality bends, mirrors lie, and choices define survival.
MA.I.TE
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Film (short)
by RSN8
Director In a near-future world where A.I. companions assist humans via augmented reality, socially anxious Nora heads out for her first date in years, armed with Atlas, her charming, A.I. wingman. Atlas coaches her in real time, feeding her dating etiquette, psychological tricks, and perfectly timed lines to help her impress Hasan, a warm and sincere finance guy.
Paranoia
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Film (short)
by RSN8
Director Our contribution towards the awareness of Mental health. As someone who has faced mental health issues and has not had the courage to speak about them openly - this is my reason to do something so people don't go through this trauma alone. The one thing that helped me was the love and support of people around me who were able to lift me up and out of my season of mental health breakdown.
Our heart is into creating awareness for mental health and hope that people don't treat it as a taboo topic and are more open-minded to receive professional help.
Vera Budget: $100K - $1M | Drama ⋄ Experimental When a broken young woman enters the labyrinth of her mind in search of the truth she’s long denied, she must confront the thing that holds her hostage. But to escape, she must face her deepest fear, and only one can leave.
DETERMiNED Budget: $0 - $100K | Drama Thrust from his quiet routine into the sensory chaos of an opulent hotel, a neurodivergent bellhop with severe sound sensitivity must endure the ordeal of his unforgiving first day, ultimately forging an unexpected bond with a colleague to claim his rightful place in society.