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SJSFF 2025

Christo the Civilized Barbarian

Comedy 2025 8 mins USA Full film

Directed by Shaddy Safadi

400 AD at the height of tension between the unruly Barbarian Clans and the imperialist Roman empire, Christo, a civilized barbarian, consistently tries and fails to bring Roman-esque decency, decorum, and cleanliness to his dim-witted yet affable brethren.

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About Christo the Civilized Barbarian

Christo the Civilized Barbarian is an 8-minute comedy short film from the USA directed by Shaddy Safadi. It screened at the 2025 San Jose International Short Film Festival in the “Make ‘Em Laugh” program.

Director
Shaddy Safadi
Program
Make ‘Em Laugh
Country
USA
Run time
8 mins
Genre
Comedy
Watch
Full film (free to stream)

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