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Donga
Donga
Libya | 2023 | 90 min | Documentary
Director: Muhannad Lamin
Screenplay: Muhannad Lamin
Cinematography: Mohamed Mahjoub, Ali Sabty, Muhannad Lamin
Synopsis
For almost a decade (2011-2021), Donga has been recording events that are meaningful to him with his camera, among those the Libyan uprising or war against ISIS. From everyday life to armed conflict, his insider position and personal images become a collective heritage for the people who lived the aftermath of a revolution.
About the director
Muhannad Lamin is a Tunis-based Libyan director, editor, and producer. He graduated from Tripoli’s art institute with a degree in directing and screenwriting. Muhannad’s short films have been screened at various film festivals, including the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival, Locarno Film Festival, and Rhode Island International Film Festival. As a co-founder of Khayal Productions, Muhannad has produced short documentaries and online series for reputable platforms such as Vice, Great Big Story, and M&C Saatchi. His content is thought-provoking, and engaging, and offers unique perspectives on diverse narratives. Muhannad has also worked as a production manager and coordinator on several feature documentaries, such as Freedom Fields and After a Revolution. His debut feature film is Donga, in which he serves as director and editor.