Yasmine El Massry

Jury Member

Yasmine Al Massri, an internationally acclaimed actress and human rights activist, stands at the forefront of cinema, breaking stereotypes and advocating for underrepresented stories. Born in Lebanon to a Palestinian father and an Egyptian mother, she moved to Paris at 20, graduating from L'Ecole des Beaux-Arts de Paris in multimedia and live performances Recipient of the Youssef Chahine Award, Al Massri's impactful performances transcend borders. She made history as the first Middle Eastern actress in critically acclaimed films like "Caramel," challenging taboos, and "Miral," the first Hollywood feature depicting a Palestinian girl's life under occupation. Currently developing "Permission to Narrate," a script she will co-produce and star in with Samir Salem, Al Massri continues to shape narratives. Her upcoming projects include "All Before You," Annemarie Jacir’s International epic, and three feature films: "Stranger’s Case" by Brandt Andersen, "Thank You for Banking with Us" by Leila Abbas, and Caroline Labbaki’s directorial debut. Yasmine Al Massri, a true cultural icon, balances her diverse roles, inspiring change globally

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