This 21st November, you’re invited to a special screening for Still Playing, a documentary short that explores the work and life of Palestinian game developer Rasheed Abueideh. Organised by THE MAGIC RAIN, SEA Games for Good, and Viva Palestina, the screening will take place from 2PM to 7PM at Pelisky, GMBB.
Directed by Mohamed Mesbah, Still Playing is a 37-minute short film that follows Abueideh’s journey to raise his two sons amidst the occupation of Gaza, whilst also developing games about families in conflict zones. The film won the Grand Prix for a medium-length film at the 2025 Amiens International Film Festival, and a Pardino d’Argento Arts3 Foundation for the International Competition award at the 2025 Locarno International Film Festival.
In between screening sessions, visitors will be able to try out Abueideh’s previous game, “Liyla and the Shadows of War”; and catch a live Q&A session and walkthrough of his upcoming title, “Dreams on a Pillow”, happening at 4PM on the 21st of November. The event aims to support a fundraiser for “Dreams on a Pillow”, with visitors being encouraged to donate towards the game’s development.
Still Playing Screening Event Details
- Date: 21 November 2026 (Saturday)
- Time: 2PM – 7PM
- Venue: Pelisky, Lot M-6, Mezzanine Floor, GMBB
- Ticket: Free Entry
Register for the screening here, and support the “Dreams on a Pillow” fundraiser on LaunchGood.
