A Butterfly Hug..
'And we love life if we find a way to it' - Mahmoud Darweesh
by Sally Abubasha
A Butterfly Hug at a Glance
A Bit of Background
Shahd dreams of becoming a famous actress and social media influencer and Abdelrahman wants to be a Cinematographer and film director..
Together, they have decided to make a short movie, Despite the difficult circumstances that surround our characters, such as complications of the dreaded disease that prevent them from filming their movie and publishing new videos and making them lie in bed all the time, as well as the frustration that no one cares about their pictures and movie.
Their parents, however, worry they may not live long enough to achieve their goals. It is difficult for them to do simple tasks like showering or getting dressed. A small cut or blister that does not heal can lead to an infection needing hospitalization. Yet, their creative desire is strong and they still make the most out of every day.