Myriam El Hajj DIARIES FROM LEBANON Premieres to Acclaim at 74th Berlinale
Myriam El Hajj DIARIES FROM LEBANON Premieres to Acclaim at 74th Berlinale. The premiere, hosted in the Panorama Section, elicited enthusiastic responses from attendees, including audiences, celebrities, and media personalities. Notable guests included director Myriam El Hajj, producers Myriam Sassine and Carine Ruszniewski, along with Lebanese author and activist Joumana Haddad, artist and activist Perla Joe Maalouli, and MAD Solutions Co-Founders Alaa Karkouti and Maher Diab.
Following the screening, DIARIES FROM LEBANON garnered acclaim from critics and media figures. Malik Berkati of J:mag Switzerland praised the film’s depiction of a generation grappling with change amidst adversity. Mahari Seghid of African Refugees News commended its portrayal of Lebanon’s socio-political landscape. Lida Bach of MovieBreak lauded its unique perspective on ongoing protests and their societal implications.
Co-written, directed, and co-lensed by El Hajj alongside Jihad Saadé and Mohamed Siam, the documentary offers an intimate exploration of Lebanon recent history through personal diaries. Produced by Sassine of Abbout Productions and Ruszniewski of GoGoGo Films. The film was edited by Anita Perez and Stéphanie Sicard.
Featuring prominent figures such as author and activist Joumana Haddad. Lebanese war veteran Georges Moufarej, and artist and activist Perla Joe Maalouli, DIARIES FROM LEBANON. Provides a compelling glimpse into the complexities of Lebanese society.
Myriam El Hajj, known for her previous work A TIME TO REST, continues to make significant contributions to Lebanese cinema. Her involvement in film education and support for women filmmakers through initiatives like Rawiyat-Sisters in Film underscore her dedication to advancing the industry.
