Hated by Default (2025)
In August 2024, British-Bangladeshi actor and filmmaker Islah Abdur-Rahman was working on a short film, when riots stemming from the Southport incident fell on the same day as his shoot, deeply affecting him and many of his crew. In response to the riots, he created another short film titled 'Go Back To Your Country', a fictional drama against the backdrop of these riots. 'Hated By Default' explores Islah's deep history with racism and Islamophobic behaviour in Britain, and how he uses his creative sword to fight against injustice, even when it seems like a losing battle.
Director: Shadman Kabir
Runtime: 11 min
Release Date: September 18, 2025
Cast
- Islah Abdur-Rahman - Himself
Music: Ríkharður Ingi Steinarsson
Cinematography: Jacob Peel
Editing: Tom Rodwell
Production: University of Westminster
Country: United Kingdom
Budget: $300
Original Language: en
Keywords
documentary, documentary short
More Films by Director: Shadman Kabir
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Hated by Default about?
- In August 2024, British-Bangladeshi actor and filmmaker Islah Abdur-Rahman was working on a short film, when riots stemming from the Southport incident fell on the same day as his shoot, deeply affecting him and many of his crew. In response to the riots, he created another short film titled 'Go Back To Your Country', a fictional drama against the backdrop of these riots. 'Hated By Default' explores Islah's deep history with racism and Islamophobic behaviour in Britain, and how he uses his creative sword to fight against injustice, even when it seems like a losing battle.
- Who directed Hated by Default?
- Hated by Default was directed by Shadman Kabir.
- Who stars in Hated by Default?
- Hated by Default stars Islah Abdur-Rahman.
- How long is Hated by Default?
- Hated by Default has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
- What is the budget of Hated by Default?
- Hated by Default had a budget of $300.
- Where was Hated by Default produced?
- Hated by Default was produced in United Kingdom.