Muhammad Abed Baryal

Expire (2025)
Film by / Muhammad Abed Baryal (Drama and Science Fiction) In a mysterious, ruined world, AI toys awaken—and in the silence of the wreckage, they wonder why they have returned to life.

Behind The Door (2023)
Film (short) by Muhammad Abed Baryal (Comedy, Drama and Family) Lead Actor / Abdul Ahmad Khaksar Majedi Lala, a man worried about both his and his son's bachelorhood, sets out to find suitable wives for them. Along with his family, he visits Mama Shirin’s house, a man with four daughters—each with unique and peculiar traits. Now, they face the challenge of choosing the right bride. Who will they pick?

The Book Seller’s Daughter (2021)
Film (short) by Muhammad Abed Baryal (Mystery and Romance) Lead Actor (Azatullah Karimi) In an old library, two people engage in a cryptic conversation. But this is no ordinary discussion about books—they use book titles as coded messages to secretly communicate, ensuring that even a third person or an unaware observer remains oblivious. Each book title they mention holds a deeper meaning, a hidden rule that must be followed. As their conversation unfolds, the tension builds. Will anyone uncover the truth? Note: This film is in Persian (Farsi) with English subtitles to ensure accessibility for international audiences. The subtitles have been carefully crafted to maintain the film's original tone and meaning.

Untitled Muhammad Abed Baryal film (Whitney Wright)
Documentary by Muhammad Abed Baryal (Adventure and Documentary) Whitney Wright Muhammad Abed Baryal has long been fascinated by the idea of creating a film inspired by the life, journeys, and inner world of Whitney Wright - not focusing on her work in the adult industry, but on her unexpected travels through regions such as Afghanistan, Syria, Iran, and Iraq. What drew him to this narrative was the striking contrast between her public persona and the private experiences she gathered while visiting some of the most complex and politically fragile parts of the world. Driven by curiosity and a desire to explore this duality, Muhammad Abed Baryal reached out to Whitney Wright with the hope of collaborating and giving her the lead role in a film that would reinterpret her travels through a dramatic, character-driven lens. Whitney Wright responded with kindness and appreciation, yet respectfully declined, explaining that she does not see a connection between her professional career and the thematic direction of such a film. Despite her decision, the idea remained powerful and emotionally resonant for Muhammad Abed Baryal Instead of abandoning the project, he became even more determined to pursue the story - not as a direct biography, but as a cinematic exploration of identity, displacement, and the unexpected paths people take in life. The film he envisions follows a fictionalized character inspired by Whitney's journeys: a woman whose past, public image, and personal struggles collide as she moves through countries marked by conflict, cultural complexity, and human resilience. Through this character, the film aims to reflect on themes of self-definition, judgment, and the search for meaning beyond labels. Muhammad Abed Baryal believes that the emotional and symbolic layers of this story can form a powerful narrative, one that invites audiences to reconsider how they perceive others and how individuals define themselves despite societal expectations. Although the collaboration with Whitney did not materialize, the project continues to grow in depth and artistic potential. Muhammad Abed Baryal remains committed to developing this film, convinced that its core message - about identity, journey, and human contradiction - carries strong cinematic value and offers a unique opportunity for thoughtful storytelling.

Phantom City Budget: $0 - $100K | Science Fiction ⋄ Mystery In a futuristic yet fractured city where massive public screens broadcast curated dreams and consumerist visions, a skeptical man begins to question the silent manipulation behind them — until a surreal journey through his own dreams reveals a haunting glimpse of the world to come.