Candybox(2025)

“The cost of truth is written on the body.”

October 17, 2025

10m

Overview

When given the opportunity to report on local protests, a young journalist comes face-to-face with the harmful effects of discriminatory media bias. After attending a protest that turns violent, Tarik's desire to turn in truthful reporting is rejected by higher-ups. Not only does it wound his ambition, but his body.

Director

Layth Handoush

Writer

Layth Handoush

Producers

Katherine Mathews, Isabella Mora