Haifaa al-Mansour
Film director and producer of Wadjda
Born
August 10th, 1974
51 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Saudi Arabia
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A prominent Saudi Arabian filmmaker, this individual gained international recognition with the film Wadjda, the first feature film shot entirely in Saudi Arabia. The film tells the story of a young girl who dreams of owning a bicycle against societal norms. After founding the Saudi Film Festival, the filmmaker has also produced various short films and documentaries, aiming to highlight gender issues and cultural narratives in the region. Education included studying at the University of Sydney and the University of Texas.
Directed Wadjda, 2012, acclaimed globally
First woman to direct a feature film in Saudi Arabia
Founded the Saudi Film Festival
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