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Me Are You

Qumra Projects

Myriam Salloum / Short Documentary / Lebanon, Qatar
In Arabic, English
Genres: Biography
Rated: This film has not been rated.

Synopsis

‘Me Are You’ is a personal short film exploring the emotional inheritance of toxic masculinity and generational trauma in a Middle Eastern family. When my grandfather passes away, it triggers my father’s grief, unravelling decades of unspoken emotional pain. My father struggles with the weight of all that was never said between him and his father while I confront my own understanding of masculinity, love, and vulnerability. Through intimate interviews with my father and observational moments, the film traces patterns of emotional repression—often disguised as love—that have shaped their relationship and those of previous generations.

I embark on a journey to understand how my family’s emotional legacy has affected them while trying to bridge the gap left by my grandfather’s death. The film also examines the intersection of cultural expectations and generational trauma, questioning: Can love, if never fully expressed, become a burden rather than a gift? In my exploration, I grapple with the trauma inherited by my father and seek to break the cycle, creating space for vulnerability and healing.

About the Director

Myriam Salloum is a multidisciplinary artist with a background in biomedicine, working across painting, film photography, and film. Her creative practice is driven by a desire to express personal stories and explore themes of identity, emotion, and human experience. Myriam’s photography has been featured in notable exhibitions, including the BBA Gallery in Berlin, Germany (February 2024) and the Katara Art Center in Qatar (September 2024). These exhibitions have allowed her to engage with a global audience and share her visual narratives. Currently, Myriam is part of the Doha Film Institute’s Filmmaking Lab (2024–2025 cycle), where she is developing her skills in film production, deepening her exploration of storytelling through moving images. Passionate about using both still and motion pictures to convey her personal perspective, Myriam’s work invites reflection, connection, and dialogue. Through her art, she seeks to bridge the gap between visual expression and emotional truth, challenging the boundaries of how stories can be told and experienced.

Credits

Director

Myriam Salloum

Screenwriter

Myriam Salloum

Producer

Bachir Abou Zeid

Production Company

Beirut Film Institute

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