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Maisa Abd Elhadi

Renowned actress, significant impact on Palestinian and international cinema.

Born
1985
Born in
Nazareth, Palestine
Path
Cinema
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Why Maisa is here

Maisa Abd Elhadi is celebrated for her diverse roles in Palestinian cinema and her notable achievements in international film festivals, making significant contributions to the Palestinian cultural narrative.

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Maisa Abd Elhadi is a prominent Palestinian actress, known for her performances in Palestinian and international cinema. She began her career as a theatre artist and gained international recognition for her roles in various films and TV series.

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Milestones

The moments that shaped Maisa’s path.

  1. 2014

    Appeared in Eyes of a Thief; earlier film work includes Habibi (2011).

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  2. 2017

    Won the Best Actress Award at Dhaka International Film Festival for "3000 Nights.".

  3. 2018

    Won the Best Actress Award at Durban International Film Festival for "The Reports on Sara and Saleem.".

  4. 2020

    Featured in the British TV series "Baghdad Central.".

  5. 2020

    Starred in "Gaza Mon Amour," which premiered at the Venice International Film Festival and was Palestine's official entry for the Oscars.

Legacy

What they built, changed and left behind.

  1. Acting in "The Reports on Sara and Saleem" (2018).

  2. Appeared in Gaza mon amour (2020).

  3. Participation in the Netflix series "The Angel" (2018).

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