Exfil 2025 – Action Thriller Short Film

Exfil 2025 is a high-octane action thriller short film written, directed, produced, and edited by Naseer Haider Siddiqui, brought to life through cinematic visuals, intense tactical sequences, and a deeply emotional story. The film follows an ex-military special operations veteran who must confront his past and return to the battlefield to save his kidnapped daughter — no matter the cost. IMDb+1

🎬 Watch the official trailer:
▶️ Exfil 2025 – Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhGXQjtGL-4 YouTube

📺 IMDb page:
🔗 https://www.imdb.com/title/tt36458712/ IMDb

📽️ FilmFreeway project page:
🔗 https://filmfreeway.com/Exfil FilmFreeway

Film Synopsis

Set in the contemporary United States, Exfil 2025 combines raw emotional stakes with fast-paced action. The story centers on a former special forces operator who has retired from combat to raise his daughter in peace. When she is abducted by a ruthless organization tied to an unresolved mission from his past, he must go back into the world he left behind. With time running out, he relies on his tactical expertise, relentless determination, and a father’s love to outmaneuver the kidnappers and rescue his daughter — and, ultimately, find redemption. IMDb

Creative & Production Details

Director / Writer / Editor:
✔️ Naseer Haider Siddiqui — an industry veteran with over 22 years of experience in film production, 3D animation, VFX, motion graphics, and drone cinematography. FilmFreeway

Production Company:
Black Bird Films / Black Bird Motion Media

Cast:

Kamran Kam Shaikh – Lead role (known for Haunted Mansion, Outer Banks) IMDb

Solange Olivier – Featured role IMDb

Daniel Wheat – Featured role IMDb

Filming Location:
Atlanta, Georgia, United States Black Bird Motion Media

Technical Specs:

Runtime: ~20 minutes Black Bird Motion Media

Format: Digital Blackmagic 6K RAW, 4K UHD delivery Black Bird Motion Media

Aspect Ratio: 17:9 Black Bird Motion Media

Sound: 5.1 Surround Sound Black Bird Motion Media

This project started as a set of social media reels and organically evolved into a full-fledged short film, shot over nine days with a minimal crew. Naseer Haider Siddiqui personally handled the majority of the creative and technical workflow — including camera operation, lighting design, editing, visual effects, drone cinematography, and compositing — making Exfil 2025 his first fully self-executed production and post-production effort. Black Bird Motion Media

Awards & Festival Recognition

Exfil 2025 has received multiple international awards and festival recognitions, including:

🏆 Winner – Majestic King International Film Festival
🏆 Winner – TRILOKA International Filmfare Awards
🏆 Winner – Thilsri International Film Festival
🏆 Winner – Stockholm City Film Festival
✨ Finalist – Sweden Film Award

These honors highlight the film’s impact in both narrative excellence and technical achievement across diverse global audiences. FilmFreeway

Why Exfil 2025 Matters

Exfil 2025 stands out for its:

Cinematic action sequences with real tactical credibility. Black Bird Motion Media

Strong emotional core rooted in family, sacrifice, and personal redemption. Black Bird Motion Media

Solo creative achievement by a seasoned filmmaker. Black Bird Motion Media

International festival success, demonstrating both artistic resonance and audience impact. FilmFreeway

Connect & Follow

For updates on future screenings, awards, and behind-the-scenes content:

🌐 Visit the official IMDb entry for promotional assets and credit listings. IMDb
🎥 Watch or embed the official trailer on YouTube. YouTube
📊 View the full project profile on FilmFreeway for festival history and submission details.