The Weight of Sand
Synopsis
Rashid, a Syrian theater director and political refugee, is working with other refugees on a performance. During a retreat at a beach house with his secret lover Adrian, tensions rise. The strain of their relationship weighs not only on Rashid’s real life but also on their play.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Pink Screens Festival (Brussels)
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$130K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- José Daniel Granados
- Screenplay & Story
- José Daniel Granados
- Original Title
- The Weight of Sand
- Spoken Languages
- English, Arabic, Spanish
- Runtime
- 21m
- Production Budget
- $130K
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
José Daniel Granados
José Daniel Granados
Ellen De Waele, Wannes Gevaert
Department Leadership Roster
José Daniel Granados
Director
José Daniel Granados
Writer
Ellen De Waele
Producer
Wannes Gevaert
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Weight of Sand
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Weight of Sand about?
Rashid, a Syrian theater director and political refugee, is working with other refugees on a performance. During a retreat at a beach house with his secret lover Adrian, tensions rise. The strain of their relationship weighs not only on Rashid’s real life but also on their play.
Who directed The Weight of Sand?
The Weight of Sand was directed by José Daniel Granados.
Who stars in The Weight of Sand?
The principal cast of The Weight of Sand includes Yazan Doubal, Gabriel Soler.
When was The Weight of Sand released and how long is it?
The Weight of Sand was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 21m.