The Algerian short film “Collateral,” directed by Yazid Yetto, continues its trajectory across international festivals. The motion picture will participate in the Anti-Colonial Film Festival, scheduled to take place from August 23 to August 27 in Münster, Germany.
This selection comes within the framework of an event dedicated to topics concerning colonial legacy, historical memory, and the narratives constructed surrounding that era. The screening of “Collateral” provides an opportunity to engage discussions on themes related to memory, identity, violence, and the impact of conflict on civilian populations.
The film follows the story of Ibrahim, a ten-year-old child whose life changes dramatically near the Malian border after a military drone crashes close to his camp. A military command is subsequently issued to erase all traces of the aircraft. Through the child’s perspective, the director portrays the human toll of a conflict beyond his control, raising questions about violence, borders, and memory.
“Collateral” has already distinguished itself across Algerian and international cinema circuits. Notably, it secured the “Golden Gourara” Grand Prize at the inaugural Timimoun International Short Film Festival in 2025, alongside the Jury Prize at the Setif International Film Days. The short was also selected for the official competition of the 45th African Cinema and Beyond Festival in Verona, Italy (Cinelà).
This upcoming participation further extends the record of filmmaker Yazid Yetto, who previously directed the short film “Boumala” in 2020.