Rashid Masharawi
Rashid Masharawi is a renowned Palestinian filmmaker, born in 1962 in a refugee camp in Gaza. With over three decades of experience in the film industry, he has been a prominent voice in telling the stories of Palestinian life and struggles through cinema. In the wake of recent escalations in Gaza, Masharawi has initiated the 'From Ground Zero' project, which aims to support local filmmakers in documenting their experiences and perspectives through short films. He emphasizes the importance of preserving and sharing the narratives of his community, showcasing the resilience and creativity of the people of Gaza during challenging times.
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Rashid Masharawi is the founder of the Little Wings Cinema initiative, advocating for cinema as a means of healing and empowerment for children in Gaza.
À Gaza, le cinéma déploie de petites ailes : Réparer l’enfance
Tunisia· 2026-02-13Rashid Masharawi is a filmmaker whose project 'From Ground Zero' will be featured in a special evening dedicated to Palestinian cinema.
Le cinéma vu, pensé et vécu par elles – La Presse de TunisieTunisia· 2025-10-11
Rashid Masharawi is another Palestinian filmmaker associated with the festival.
Sous le signe « Free Palestine » – La Presse de TunisieTunisia· 2025-06-24
Rashid Masharawi is included in the jury for the feature film competition.
Festival international du film de Dakhla : la 13e édition du 14 au 20 juin
Morocco· 2025-06-06
Rashid Masharawi directed the film 'Passing Dreams', which won the Perle d'Or at the festival.
La Perle d’Or à la Palestine – La Presse de TunisieTunisia· 2025-04-15
Rashid Masharawi is the director of the project 'De la ligne zéro'.
Le poignant «Matula» d’Abdallah Yahia en ouverture – La Presse de TunisieTunisia· 2025-04-06
Rashid Masharawi is the Palestinian director behind the project 'De la ligne zéro'.
Le poignant «Matula» d’Abdallah Yahia en ouverture – La Presse de TunisieTunisia· 2025-04-05Rashid Masharawi is the director of the project 'De la ligne zéro' featured in the festival.
14e édition du Festival international du Film pour l’Enfance et la Jeunesse de Sousse (FIFEJ) : Un retour très attendu !Tunisia· 2025-03-26
Rashid Masharawi is a Palestinian director presenting a special selection of short films.
Sousse-Le Fifej de retour après six ans d'absence : 22 pays, 11 longs métrages et 9 courts en lice du 8 au 12 avril prochainsTunisia· 2025-03-25Rashid Masharawi is creating a support fund for filmmakers in Gaza to document their experiences through cinema.
Avec « From Ground Zero », le cinéaste Rashid Masharawi veut « sauver les histoires » de la bande de Gaza
France· 2025-02-15