Set during the fall of Kabul in 2021, this screenplay follows Noor, a ten-year-old Afghan girl whose life is shattered after her father is killed while assisting American forces against the Taliban. Sent to a Kabul orphanage for safety, Noor forms a deep friendship with the rebellious and artistic Laila. Together, they discover the strength of imagination and companionship while the world outside grows increasingly dangerous.
In the wake of her father’s death, Noor’s mother sends her to a Kabul orphanage as the family desperately seeks a visa to escape to the West. Inside the orphanage walls, Noor meets Laila, a creative and spirited girl whose imagination becomes a source of escape from the surrounding chaos.
But the fall of Kabul soon reaches the orphanage, forcing Noor to confront the harsh reality of a city collapsing under Taliban control. As danger closes in, Noor must find the strength to survive and reunite with her family—or risk being swallowed by the war that has already taken so much from her.
A beautifully crafted screenplay that balances intense realism with moments of tenderness. Noor’s struggle for safety and belonging is portrayed with honesty and depth, while Laila’s creativity adds hope to an otherwise bleak landscape. A powerful and timely story.
Daughters of Attrition delivers a gripping and emotional account of the fall of Kabul through the eyes of its youngest victims. The characters feel authentic, and their friendship gives the story a strong emotional core. A thoughtful, impactful, and beautifully written work.
A heartfelt and haunting screenplay that brings attention to the human cost of conflict. Noor’s determination and Laila’s artistic spirit create a meaningful and inspiring narrative. The story is vivid, compassionate, and powerful in its message.
