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May Odeh

Influential producer, director, fostering Palestinian cinema globally.

Born
1981
Born in
Birzeit, near Ramallah, Palestine
Path
Cinema
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Why May is here

May Odeh is recognized for her significant contributions to Palestinian cinema, particularly in the realms of production and direction. Her work has garnered international acclaim and has played a pivotal role in bringing Palestinian stories and perspectives to a global audience.

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May Odeh is a Palestinian producer and filmmaker known for her work in producing critically acclaimed films that explore and reflect Palestinian experiences and narratives. Her work has gained recognition at various international film festivals, contributing significantly to the promotion of Palestinian cinema.

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Milestones

The moments that shaped May’s path.

  1. 2011

    Directed her first full-length documentary “Diaries”.

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  2. 2020

    Named MENA Talent of the Year by Variety.

  3. 2020

    Produced “200 Meters”, which received 27 awards worldwide and was Jordan’s official submission for the Academy Awards for Best Foreign Language Film.

  4. 2022

    Produced “Hanging Gardens”, which premiered in Venice Film Festival and won Best Film at the Red Sea Film Festival.

  5. Founding of ODEH FILMS, a production company focusing on creative documentary and fiction films.

Legacy

What they built, changed and left behind.

  1. Promoting Palestinian narratives and stories through cinema.

  2. Receiving multiple international awards and recognitions for her films.

  3. Being a driving force in the Palestinian film industry.

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