The Star
Spring Grants 2024 - Production Stage
Ingrid Zoghby / Short Documentary / Lebanon, Qatar / 30 min / Original Language: Arabic / Interests: Documentary
Synopsis
This short documentary delves into the life of my mother, Chimene, a remarkable woman in her late 50s who has faced deadly challenges in both her marriage and health. Life took a different turn for Chimene during the war when she married Michel. Post-marriage, a harrowing chapter unfolded as she ceased all her activities and work, including her passion for painting and even driving, in response to the narcissistic abuse she was enduring. A decade into her marriage, Chimene confronted a deadly cancer in her womb. However, life took another unexpected twist when her husband left Lebanon to work abroad. To her shock, she learned that he had changed his religion and married another woman while still legally bound to her. This revelation plunged Chimene into a state of anxiety and confinement within the walls of her home. Despite these challenges, Chimene faced two more battles against cancer in her later years—first in her breast and later in her thyroid and neck.
Credits
- Director
- Ingrid El Zoghby
- Screenwriter
- Ingrid El Zoghby
- Producer
- Hala El Kouch
About the Director
Ingrid El Zoghby is an acclaimed Lebanese director; she is also a scriptwriter, cinematographer, and photographer, holding a bachelor's degree from the Lebanese University and a master's degree in directing. Committed to amplifying the voices of the marginalized, she has collaborated with various NGOs focusing on human and women's rights. Beyond her filmmaking pursuits, she has lent her skills to impactful advertising campaigns, including notable work with Déjà Vu. Among her significant achievements is the award-winning short documentary '21 February,' recognized at esteemed film festivals such as the Beirut International Women's Film Festival, Cabriolet, the Lebanese Film Festival in Canada, and the Lebanese Independent Film Festival. Ingrid's storytelling prowess and advocacy shine through her diverse body of work, showcasing a deep commitment to both societal issues and the art of filmmaking.
Contacts
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Main Contact
Hala El Kouch
- Phone:
- 0096171352372
- Email:
- contact@halaelkouch.com
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Main Contact
Ingrid Zoghby
- Phone:
- +961 71 248 326
- Email:
- Ingrid_zoghby@hotmail.com