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On the Other End

202611 min13+
On the Other End

Synopsis

This film follows Aatif, a quadriplegic living with cerebral palsy, as he maintains his relationship with his eldest brother, Adib, through calls and voice notes while they live apart. Technology gives Aatif agency and independence, from navigating his computer and playing games to sending voice notes when he needs help. As Adib returns home to Batu Pahat, their ordinary moments together reveal how Aatif navigates daily life, connection and love across distance.

Credits

Director

    Ezzah Mahmud

    Ezzah Mahmud is a documentary filmmaker, writer, and film lecturer at Multimedia University (MMU). Her work explores silence, memory, and human connection, with “The Weight of Silence” earning a Special Mention at the SeaShorts Film Festival. She is also the author of “The Art of Waiting” and “When Worries Turn to Hope,” reflecting on faith and resilience.

Details

  • Country of ProductionMalaysia
  • Spoken LanguagesEnglish
  • SubtitleEnglish
  • ColorColor
  • Previous Festival2026 FFF | Micro-docs Premiere Showcase

Festival records

Edition | Program
  • 2026Special Presentation

Agenda

  • Lost in Transmission

    + Diskusi6 film
    • While I’m Here
    • Last Time
    • Lost In Transit
    • Who Teaches Us?
    • The Gendered Feed
    • On the Other End
    Monday, 23 Nov 26, 13:00 WIB(2h)
    Pascasarjana ISI Yogyakarta, Ruang Audiovisual

Under the same program: Special Presentation