A fictional expression of a truthful event.

During a pandemic and ongoing climate fires, a man in his home experiences a collapse of time and perception, forcing him to confront what is real, what is imagined, and whether he is truly safe.

Winner of the Pebbles Underground Jury Award 2026
(57 minutes, 2025)
Written and Directed by Usama Alshaibi
Music by James Marlon Magas

Starring
Feather Miigwan
Usama Alshaibi
Adam Sekuler
Muneera Alshaibi
Katherine Avery
and Lily Duffy

Sound Mix by Matteah Baim
Edited by Jack Dorfman and Usama Alshaibi
Creative Consultant Lauren Samblanet
Cinematography and Sound Design by Usama Alshaibi
Sound Design by Jack Dorfam
Additional Camera by Talia Watrous
Graphic Designer Tyler Rubenfeld
Produced by Usama Alshaibi and Adam Sekuler