Exception

Exception is a gripping short drama in which a psychology professor faces accusations of antisemitism after a leaked video of his lecture on the Psychology of Oppression goes viral. With his career and custody of his child on the line, he must navigate the turbulent waters of public opinion, pressure from the administration, and personal integrity.

In 2024, the film won Best of the Festival Award at the Toronto Shorts International Film Festival, Best Short on Social Justice at the Toronto Independent Festival of CIFT, and Best Direction at the WILDsound Feedback Film and Screenplay Festival.

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Rodrigue Hammal: I am a Canadian filmmaker of Lebanese and Syrian heritage. My formative years were marked by the tumultuous backdrop of the Lebanese civil war (1975-1990). As a queer filmmaker shaped by these experiences, I have a deep-rooted perspective on life and storytelling, drawing me to narratives that explore the experiences of minorities, mental health, and human struggles.

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