Cherifa Bennouda

Cherifa Bennouda is a rising Tunisian filmmaker known for her innovative storytelling and critical lens on societal issues. Her recent film, "Pierre, feuille, ciseaux," which earned her the 'Ciné-promesse' award at the Journées cinématographiques de Carthage 2025, explores the absurdities of bureaucratic processes through the eyes of a character navigating the complexities of obtaining a marriage document. Produced at the École supérieure de l’audiovisuel et du cinéma de Gammarth, her work blends humor with poignant social critique, reflecting the challenges faced by individuals in contemporary Tunisia.