I was born in Switzerland and raised in Senegal in a Lebanese household. My multicultural upbringing profoundly shaped my identity. Attending an international school further enriched my perspective and inspired my global outlook. I pursued my undergraduate studies at The New School, majoring in Screen Studies, where I developed a deep passion for film theory and criticism. I am currently completing my graduate degree in Media Studies at The New School, focusing on the intersection of artistic creation and critical theory.

Film has fascinated me for as long as I can remember. Growing up, I was captivated by the power of moving images to tell stories, evoke emotions, and spark new ideas. However, it is only in the past five years that I have truly engaged with filmmaking as a practice. This journey has been both a creative and intellectual exploration, shaped by my academic background in film theory and criticism, as well as my hands-on experimentation with the medium.

As a filmmaker, I am particularly drawn to the interplay between form and content. My academic work, which included mainly analyses of surrealist and experimental filmmaking, in-depth studies of individual films and directors, and explorations of cinema's self-awareness, deeply contributed to my creative process. I am inspired by the way experimental film challenges traditional cinematic norms. While mainstream cinema aims to immerse audiences in narratives by concealing its filmmaking processes, experimental cinema does the opposite: it confronts viewers with the mechanics of its creation, encouraging them to question the medium and its conventions. This revolutionary potential is at the heart of my artistic approach.

My short films reflect my commitment to exploring these ideas. The Package, a silent, surrealist work, employs distorted close-ups and stark black-and-white contrasts to delve into themes of identity and the unknown. In Embrace, I experimented with the emotional significance of color and sound to portray the five stages of grief, intertwining themes of loneliness, self-discovery, and the search for belonging. 

I also dabbled in narrative film with Alone, a scripted short film where I embraced a more linear narrative and conventional cinematography to refine my technical skills and explore themes of isolation. Through these projects, I strive to challenge myself with new techniques while deepening my understanding of visual storytelling.

Beyond filmmaking, my creative practice extends to digital design. One project involved creating a lookbook and gallery magazine for an artist, which brought together a diverse array of artworks alongside the artist’s commentary. This endeavor allowed me to explore the relationship between text and image, expanding my perspective on how visual narratives can be constructed across mediums.

At this stage in my career, I am still in the experimental phase, working toward discovering my own unique style. What drives me is the process of learning—whether it’s exploring new approaches to camera operation, sound design, or post-production, or delving into new techniques in digital design. Each project represents an opportunity to push the boundaries of what visual storytelling can achieve and to challenge both myself and my audiences.

Film, at its core, is a revolutionary medium. It has the power to transport, inspire, and provoke. As I continue to develop my craft, I aim to create work that not only engages viewers but also invites them to think critically about the world and the stories we tell. For me, filmmaking is not just about producing polished narratives—it is about exploring new possibilities, challenging conventions, and forging a dialogue between the traditional and the experimental.