Category Archives: Independent Filmmakers

We put the spotlight on indie filmmakers at DIFF 2009.

The Immigrant Experience: Open Letter from Cherien Dabis

Born in America, she is an independent filmmaker whose parents are from Palestine and Jordan. Cherien Dabis’ debut film Amreeka is a Dubai Film Connection project that went on to win the FIPRESCI award at the Cannes Director’s Fortnight, as … Continue reading

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