Haifaa al-Mansour is the first female filmmaker in Saudi Arabia and is regarded as one of the most significant cinematic figures in the Kingdom. She finished her bachelor's degree in Literature at the American University in Cairo and completed a Master's degree in Directing and Film Studies from the University of Sydney. The success of her three short films, as well as the international acclaim of her award-winning 2005 documentary Women Without Shadows, influenced a whole new wave of Saudi filmmakers and made the issue of opening cinemas in the Kingdom a front-page discussion. Within the Kingdom her work is both praised and vilified for encouraging discussion on topics generally considered too taboo, like tolerance, the dangers of orthodoxy, and the need for Saudis to take a critical look at their traditional and restrictive culture.
Read moreShow lessHow old is Haifaa al-Mansour?
Haifaa al-Mansour is 51 years old.
When was Haifaa al-Mansour born?
Haifaa al-Mansour was born on August 10, 1974.
What is Haifaa al-Mansour's nationality?
Haifaa al-Mansour is Saudi Arabia.
How many works has Haifaa al-Mansour appeared in?
Haifaa al-Mansour has 4 credited works in our database.
What is Haifaa al-Mansour known for?
Haifaa al-Mansour is known for Unidentified, The Wedding Singer's Daughter, Wadjda, The Perfect Candidate.
Where was Haifaa al-Mansour born?
Haifaa al-Mansour was born in Al Zulfi, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
