Zozo

A young Lebanese boy named Zozo flees to Sweden with his father and grandmother after his mother's death during the Lebanese Civil War. Adjusting to a new life and culture proves difficult, especially with his father's controlling nature and the lingering trauma of his past. Zozo finds solace in the supernatural, leading to increasingly disturbing visions and interactions that blur the lines between reality and his fractured psyche.

Zozo received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its atmospheric horror and strong lead performance, while some found its narrative pacing and supernatural elements uneven.

• Praised for its effective use of unsettling atmosphere and genuine scares.

• The film's exploration of trauma and grief through a supernatural lens is compelling.

• Some reviewers noted that the plot could be somewhat convoluted at times.

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Nominated for the Nordic Competition Award at the Gothenburg Film Festival.

Director Josef Fares, who is of Lebanese descent, drew inspiration from personal experiences and observations of the Lebanese diaspora when creating Zozo.