Biography

Marouan Omara is a filmmaker, educator, programmer, and arts administrator. His dedication to recognizing and promoting Arab and African filmmaking surpasses his own creative endeavors. He actively produces films that straddle the line between fiction and documentary, employing cinema as a genuine tool for research. His film language revolves around character dynamics, creating a dreamlike connection to the everyday experiences of his society and surroundings. Collaborative filmmaking and the sharing of authorship are core beliefs in his approach to contemporary cinema.