QUICK FACTS
Date of Birth
1979
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Place of Birth
Why Featured?
His films have won numerous international awards, providing a unique and deeply personal perspective on the Palestinian refugee experience.
BRIEF BIO
Mahdi Fleifel is a Danish-Palestinian filmmaker and visual artist, known for his works that delve into the lives and struggles of Palestinian refugees. Born in Dubai, he grew up in a refugee camp in Lebanon before moving to Denmark. His films often reflect his personal experiences and the broader Palestinian condition.
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DATE
Monday, January 26, 2026
MAJOR MILESTONES
Key dates & turning points
Born in Dubai, UAE in 1979.
Grew up in a refugee camp in Lebanon.
Moved to Denmark in 1988.
Graduated from the British National Film and Television School in 2009.
Won the Silver Bear Jury Prize at the Berlin Film Festival for "A Man Returned" in 2016.
CONTRIBUTIONS
What they did, and why it matters
"A World Not Ours" (2012) - A feature film that received over 30 awards...See More
"Xenos" (2014) - A short film following young refugees from Ain El-Helweh to Greece...See More
"A Drowning Man" (2017) - Focuses on the existential crisis of an undocumented migrant in Greece...See More
"3 Logical Exits" (2020) - A documentary highlighting the Palestinian refugee experience...See More
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Last updated
Jan 26, 2026
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