What Lies Beneath
Commissioned by Elisava University (Exhibited in Barcelona, IDEAL Contemporary Art Centre, 2022)
A short film exploring how our community navigates British society and how the political, social and economic landscape of the UK has affected ethnic minorities. The film considers how we, collectively and individually, are constantly fighting for our right to exist freely.
Written, Directed & Produced by AZEEMA Agency - Jameela Elfaki, Sunayah Arshad, Evar Hussayni
Editor - Jameela Elfaki
Subtitles - Sunayah Arshad
Grade - Carter Simpkin
Sound Design -Olivia Melkonian
Voices - Larena Amin, Nour Khairi, Dalia Al-Dujaili, Mumtaz Sheikh, Tahera Khalifa, Ghaith Hilal
Digital + VHS footage - Jameela Elfaki, Sunayah Arshad, Evar Hussayni, Dalia Al-Dujaili, Naailah Khalifa, Fatima Benjelloun, Samara Amjad
Drone footage + Operator - Stem Studios
Asawat Alsudan
Scenes from the Asawat Alsudan (Voices of Sudan) shoot for issue 4 of AZEEMA.
Inspired by Sudanese TV and female singers / performers on these TV shows.
Creative Drection + Edit: Jameela Elfaki
Set Design: Evar Hussayni
Filmed by Sunayah Arshad
Director + Creative Director
Heritage of Tomorrow film - AZEEMA x Trippin World commissioned by Nike
Filmed + Edited by Kiefer Passey
Taking inspiration from Early Renaissance paintings, we invited members of the AZEEMA community to take part in this beautiful short film, a cultural and educational journey that celebrates traditions and heritage. Reinventing the typical renaissance painting, capturing a moment in history of our own, each member was asked a series of questions centred around the themes of the film, and their connections with others. Acting as a bridge between cultures, we wanted to showcase just some of the ways the AZEEMA community present and carry their heritage in London, and how it is shared between generations.
Co - Director
In collaboration with Pinterest UK, we documented three groups of wonderful women from our beautiful community in London and discovered how they observe Ramadan and celebrate Eid. Touching on rituals of food, henna and more, they give us a glimpse into their cultures and traditions, and what makes this time of year so special.
Creative Director and Co-Director: Jameela Elfaki
Executive Producer, VHS Footage + Subtitles: Sunayah Arshad
Co-director, Art Director & Interviews: Evar Hussayni
Videographer, Editor & Colour Grader: Angela Steps
1st AC: Yzza Slaoui
Creative Consultant: Ayat Al-Muhaisen
MUA: Maha Alselami
Sound: ‘Tal3a’ ‘طالعة’ by Kareem Samara & Bint Mbareh
Talent: Shayma Bakht, Afsha Bakht & Munir Baig, Isra & Aminah Al Kassi, Malika Satori, Hanane Taoubi & Rasha Boche
Creative Director
Sisterhood - commissioned by Converse
Filmed + Edited by Angela Steps
A project for Converse 'OUR LDN' #sparkprogress. Featuring Womxn of Colour from around London, Sisters, sister-friends, Communities and best friends. We celebrate their special bonds and what community and sisterhood means to them. The portfolio and video is a celebration of heritage, dual nationalities, sisterhood and community.
Executive Producer, Casting + Creative Direction
Move without limits - Nike x AZEEMA