“ONVOLTOOID VERLEDEN TIJD”
This is the story of Lucy, a twenty-five-year-old teacher living a quiet life in a small village in Flemish Limburg. On her birthday, she discovers a mysterious ability that changes her life forever: the power to travel into the past. As she is drawn into another time, Lucy finds herself confronting questions that challenge everything she thought she knew about history, reality, and her own identity.
This award-winning teaser offers a first glimpse into a larger series, introducing the atmosphere, mystery, and cinematic world surrounding Lucy’s journey. Without revealing the secrets at the heart of the story, it invites audiences into a suspenseful and emotionally driven narrative that leaves them wanting to uncover more.
As one of the earliest works by Aron Quadu, the project immediately resonated with audiences through its emotional depth, intriguing concept, and distinctive visual storytelling. Its recognition at international festivals marked the beginning of a promising filmmaking journey, while leaving viewers with a lasting impression and a strong desire to explore the story further.
AWARDS
Best Shortfilm 2023 Catharsis international film festival
Best Web/TV Series Paris film awards 2022
Honorable Mention World Impact Film Festival,
Best Producer cult movies ,
Best Web-serie/Tv pilot Rome Prisma Film Awards,
Best Film Roma Short Film Festival,
Best Picture, Directing, Cinematography, Editing FITV film festival
Budapest
King cross film..
Halicarnus
“BENNY”
The 48 Hour Film Project Experience
Make a movie in a weekend (that’s right, only 48 hours!)
BENNY is a short film created as part of the 48 Hour Film Project in Antwerp. The film was written, shot, and edited in just 48 hours. The genre of the short film is drama-thriller: a young acting teacher is confronted with ambiguous guilt and the consequences that follow. 48hourfilm.com
BENNY represented Belgium at Filmapalooza 2026, competing against 182 winning films from around the world. The film achieved 2nd place in the International Competition, earning international recognition for its storytelling and cinematic vision.
Thanks to this achievement, BENNY secured an official selection at the Cannes Short Film Corner 2026, further establishing its presence on the international festival circuit and introducing the project to a global audience.
AWARDS
Best Film
Best Directing
Best Sound Design
Best Acting Ensemble
Best Set Design
Winner publieksprijs International Short Film Festival Kalmthout Belgium 2025
Winner Best Directing Lulea Film Festival
“KARMANN”
YES WE CANNES
Karmann is a short film created for the global competition Yes We Cannes.
A father prepares a quiet birthday evening for his daughter. Beneath the surface, something begins to shift. As the night unfolds, reality fractures—and the truth slowly emerges.
Karmann won First Prize at the Yes We Cannes Competition 2026, standing out for its distinctive storytelling and cinematic execution. The award marked a significant milestone for the project and further strengthened its international recognition.
As a result of this achievement, Karmann secured a place at the Cannes Short Film Corner 2026, where it was presented alongside filmmakers and industry professionals from around the world.
AWARDS
Best Film
Best Directing Aron Quadu
Best Cinematography
Best Acting Ensemble
Audience Favorite
“PROMETHEUS”
Prometheus is a philosophical fantasy short film that explores humanity’s eternal search for meaning, redemption, and truth. When five wealthy investors are drawn toward a mysterious opportunity that promises answers to life’s greatest questions, they begin a journey that challenges their beliefs, ambitions, and understanding of reality.
Blending cinematic visuals with existential themes, Prometheus invites audiences into a thought-provoking world where the pursuit of knowledge comes at an unforeseen cost.
“Zwart Verleden”
Is a historical feature film currently in development, set during World War II and inspired by one of the most complex and controversial chapters in Belgian history. Through a character-driven narrative, the film explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the moral consequences of choices made in times of conflict.
As director, Aron Quadu brings his cinematic approach to the project through a strong focus on emotional authenticity, visual storytelling, and psychological depth. Working closely with the original creator of the concept, he translates the story into a compelling cinematic experience, balancing historical realism with intimate human drama. His vision aims to move beyond the events themselves, exploring the personal struggles, emotions, and moral complexities that continue to resonate long after the final frame.
