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Zaid

Animated Explainer

10-year-old Zaid was born and raised in Gaza. He lived there until Israeli bombardment forced his family to escape, but he still sees his home in his dreams. From sleeping in windowless rooms to avoid shattered glass, to the loss of a beloved family dog, this is his story of life under siege, and fleeing "the worst war" he'd ever seen.

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Executive Producer: Alexandra King
Art Direction: Elisa Solinas
Design & Animation: Agne Jurkenaite
Adt Animation: Duncan Senkumba

Awards: 2024 Online News Association: Digital Video Storytelling - Social Media