Who directed The Dark Outside?

The Dark Outside was directed by Darin J. Sallam.

How long is The Dark Outside?

The Dark Outside has a runtime of 14 minutes.

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The Dark Outside

Name: The Dark Outside
Duration: 14 min

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At a glance

The Dark Outside, is a Jordanian movie, directed by Darin J. Sallam. with a runtime of 14 minutes.

Overview

The Dark Outside is a psychological drama centered on Nina, a 12-year-old girl raised within the confines of a strict and closed-minded community. Her overwhelming fear of darkness has defined her life — but a series of unexpected events at school leads her to a revelation that reframes everything she thought she feared. The real darkness, she comes to understand, is not the absence of light outside, but the invisible forces of conformity, silence, and suppression that surround her every day. A quietly powerful film that uses a child's awakening to explore social control, fear, and the courage it takes to see clearly.

Last updated: June 22, 2026