‘BURNERS’ (2024)
Nizar El Manouzi and the New Producers Academy (NPA) are proud to present the short film: 'Burners'. Based on the true story of Younes, once African triathlon champion. 'Burners' offers a poignant look at illegal migration and the struggles of young people who dream of a better future outside their homeland.
The film follows a day in the life of Mustafa, a former running champion, who makes his way to Europe in hopes of a better life. Along the way, he meets the ambitious young Reda who, like himself, is determined to achieve his dream. Together they face the harsh reality of illegal migration and the obstacles they must overcome to achieve their goals.
'Burners' is not only a story of struggle and perseverance, but also a call for attention to the challenges these young people face. In particular, the film focuses on the experiences of "burners" from Morocco, who seek a safer and more prosperous future in Europe. For fear of being sent back to their country of origin, they burn their passports.
Sound Design & Mix
Director Aulona Fetahaj
Producer Fertile Motives, NPA Studios, Nizar El Manouzi
Line Producer Karim Mrabti
Cast Nizar El Manouzi, Yassine Chigri, Safaa Khelafaiti, Omar Ahaddaf & Luan Beleshkaj
Writer Marlyn van Erp
Production Design Annelies Maltha
Costume Design Yasemin Kevser
Hair & Makeup Ilham Bouhaid
Editor Aulona Fetahaj
Composer Jac van Exter
Co-Producers Loretta van der Horst, Claudio Montesano Casillas, Yassin Karmoudi