The Flickered Cast - By Halah Fatmi

Written By: Halah Fatmi

Category: Poetry

Competition: Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

In a compelling entry to the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, Halah Fatmi presents "The Flickered Cast." This piece, submitted under the pen name "The Flickered Cast," delves into the intricate themes of past and emotion. As a part of the poetry category, Halah's work invites readers to explore a world where the past is a significant force, influencing the present with its haunting presence. The poem showcases Halah's ability to weave words into powerful imagery, capturing the essence of emotional reflection.

About the Work

"The Flickered Cast" by Halah Fatmi is a poem that intricately explores themes of sorrow, beauty, and the haunting nature of the past. The poem is rich with vivid imagery, painting a picture of a world where beauty and melancholy coexist. The mood is somber, with a sense of longing and introspection. Halah's use of language creates a tapestry of emotions, urging readers to ponder the complexities of the past and its impact on the present. The piece is both haunting and captivating, leaving a lasting impression on its audience.

The Flickered Cast

Original Submission by Halah Fatmi

A resultant difficult to draft

Solitary from witchcraft,

A dreadful cast,

Symbolised despicably with the fallen past Ancient reflected the paint,

Plastered grave on the faint

Smeared was face stained,

By the waterfalls rippled from the eyes drained

Deep was the furrow embedded

All the tears poor shredded

To a striking constrast,

The past could reinforce so fast and vast? At the noticing of the smile creaking, Receded the attention’s expressions, Forgiven should be the questions.

Remarked the discretions.

A resemblance so great,

Of the past grave.

A smile so vicious is stated

By the lies

Went in the thread narrated,

Perhaps a picture they created?

Vivid was the vision blurry

Appeared a child so hazy,

Prodded to the eyes sharp,

Craved the waves slurry

A child afloat lone

One should clone as their own

Captivating they shone,

Failing the heart of ocean,

A symbol of beauty declared the notion,

Unaware of the hurricane behind the unfortunate shine Wavering was extensively deadly ripped soul none could determine Burrowed deep was the sadness beneath

Reel of mysterious misery underneath

Heavy were the tears, done were they carrying load scary

Sympathised the crowd heavily

Beautiful shone the diamonds studded eyes,

Instead of hugs bets were showered

Before the child even lowered

Every wanted to claim their own,

Until cleared were the clouds,

Stroke the smile shrouds

They claim, none should serialise a humans game

Heard was the shot,

Threatened were the clots severe,

How much one could adhere?

Sprouted seed in drought,

Slit was the seed to be bought

Remarking laid was the contrary.

Fled was the innocent, from family dead,

A story unaware remained to be spread

Misjudged by the commotions,

Falsely interpreted were it’s notions,

Washed away was the emotion.

Unnoticeably denied the nation,

The entry of the new creation,

Upcoming leftover eyed the preparation

Embarked the reflection of the sight

A fire none could ignite,

Considered was the smile a smite,

Hurt felt the territory fooled was the entry.

Misruled was the situation.

A bundle laid the tangled corrosion.

Witch one screeched,

Perked were the ears, eyes ready to peer

No longer remained as pear,

Reversing the gear

Flickered the minds of bare

Stunned remained the beautiful eyes

Freedom it cries

Recollected the diamond eyes situated careful in a modern museum in site

About the Competition

The Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a celebration of literary talent, welcoming diverse voices from around the world. This prestigious platform provides an opportunity for writers to share their unique perspectives and creative expressions. Participants showcase their skills across various categories, including poetry, short stories, essays, and creative writing. The competition aims to foster a global community of writers, offering a stage for both emerging and established authors to shine.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Halah Fatmi for sharing "The Flickered Cast" with us. Her contribution to the Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 reflects a profound engagement with themes of emotion and reflection. We are honored to feature her work and look forward to witnessing the continued evolution of her poetic journey.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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