In this episode of the Kawalis podcast, Dania Bdeir, a Lebanese-Canadian award-winning writer and director, shares her filmmaking journey and the creative process behind her latest film, "Warsha." Bdeir's work is deeply influenced by her complex relationship with Lebanon, serving as both her greatest heartache and most profound inspiration.
0:00 Introduction: An Overview of Dania Bdeir's Background in Film
2:34 Entering Filmmaking: Bdeir Discusses Her Initial Foray into Filmmaking
5:50 "In White": Insight into One of Bdeir's Earlier Works
10:42 "Warsha": Introduction to Bdeir's Latest Film and Its Themes
14:26 Warsha Trailer: A Preview of the Film's Captivating Narrative
15:20 Target Audience: Discussing Who "Warsha" Is Intended For and What Bdeir Hopes It Will Achieve
18:40 Filming Process: The Challenges and Triumphs of Shooting "Warsha"
23:19 Utilizing Unreal Engine: How Innovative Technology Played a Role in the Film's Production
28:23 Narrating Another's Story: Bdeir Reflects on the Responsibility of Telling Stories Not Directly Her Own
34:20 SXSW 2022: "Warsha's" Premiere at the South by Southwest Film Festival
36:00 Films of Note: Bdeir Shares Significant Films That Have Influenced Her
42:06 Quick Q&A: Rapid-Fire Questions Revealing More About Bdeir's Influences and Tastes
44:58 Audience Q&A on Delaying "Warsha": Discussing the Decision to Postpone the Film's Release
47:06 Being a Filmmaker: Bdeir Shares Insights into Her Identity as a Filmmaker
48:32 Watching "Warsha": How Audiences Can View the Film
49:33 Next Film: Teasing Bdeir's Upcoming Projects
51:00 Starring in a Film: Bdeir Discusses the Possibility of Acting in Future Works
Dania Bdeir is an influential Lebanese-Canadian filmmaker, recognized for her compelling storytelling and unique cinematic vision. With a background in graphic design and an MFA in directing from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, Bdeir has produced films that have been celebrated worldwide. "Warsha," her latest film, explores themes of identity, societal expectations, and self-discovery, solidifying her position as a vital voice in contemporary cinema.
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