My Name Is Not Ali
By Viola Shafik
2011 | 92 min | Biography
A portrait of El Hedi ben Salem, the actor of the Arab guest worker Ali from Rainer Werner Fassbinder's film "Ali – Fear Eats The Soul".
Viola Shafik
DirectorViola Shafik is a notable film scholar, director, and writer known for her work in Egyptian cinema. She has directed several documentaries and short films, such as "Arij" (2009) and "Farewell Israel!" (2013). Shafik is also recognized for her academic contributions to the study of Arab cinema. While there may not be specific awards associated with her filmmaking career, she has received critical acclaim for her insightful analysis and research within the field of film studies.
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