A ten-year-old boy spends a tense night trying to overcome his fear of his father, hoping to steal a few precious moments playing PlayStation without waking him. In the stillness of the house, every creak and movement threatens to reveal him, transforming a simple childhood wish into a suspenseful test of patience and courage.
Director Details
Jawad Shaikh is a Saudi director, creative director, and filmmaker with experience across every stage of production, from concept development to post-production. His visual style combines rhythm, composition, and emotional depth. As a partner and creative director at Engine Production, he has directed and supervised corporate documentaries, commercials, and creative visual campaigns. The selection of his film for the Sharjah International Film Festival for Children and Youth marks a significant milestone in his career and reflects his commitment to developing regional stories through a globally resonant cinematic language.
