Join us for the premiere of The Light that Remains — a moving short documentary by Maria Marrone, proudly produced by Counterpoints Productions.

When Mosab, a skilled software engineer, is separated from his wife and children as they evacuate Gaza for emergency medical care, he’s left behind with only uncertainty—and a laptop. Alone in a city under siege, he begins building something extraordinary: a virtual reality program designed to help survivors of genocide cope with mental trauma.

As genocide rages around him, Mosab immerses himself in creating digital worlds of calm and reflection. The film follows his journey as he balances the emotional weight of his own loneliness with a relentless drive to serve others. Through acts of kindness and innovation, he finds a way to preserve his own mental health—turning grief into action, and despair into purpose.

The film screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Maria Marrone and panelists Hala Sabbah (The Sameer Project), Mustafa Jayyousi (TechMed Gaza).

Developed with the support of partners and funders including The Power of Pop Fund, Counterpoints Productions produces, co-produces, and collaborates on films that challenge dominant narratives, centre lived experience, and create meaningful cultural impact.

Venue: Rich Mix, London

Times:

7pm – Doors open
7:15pm – Film starts
7:35pm – Q&A
8:15pm – Wrap up

Book your tickets here:

There will be more information soon for how to host your own screening in the UK after the premiere.