‘Take My Breath’ Filmmaker Nada Mezni Hafaiedh On Being “Truthful To The Experience Of An Intersex Individual” In Tunisia’s Oscar Entry – Contenders International

From writer-directorNada Mezni Hafaiedh,Take My Breathoriginally world premiered at the Warsaw International Film Festival.

It went on to win the Alexandria Mediterranean Film Festivals top prize and Best Actress for Ismail.

Her story deeply moved me; I didnt know people could be born intersex.

Over the years, I delved deeper into the subject.

I couldnt begin shooting without first understanding the experience up close.

Was it difficult to mount such a production in Tunisia?

Tunisia has been gaining traction at the Oscars recently.

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