Palestinian documentary filmmaker and photographer with over 15 years of experience in visual storytelling. Based in Bethlehem, my work focuses on personal and intimate narratives that explore the body, memory, faith, illness, and silence, using cinema as a space for reflection, awareness, and social dialogue. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Photography, Cinema, and Television, and I am currently completing a Master’s degree in Documentary Film. My practice is deeply rooted in lived experience, with a strong interest in socially sensitive topics and human-centered storytelling approached through a restrained, emotionally grounded visual language. My graduation film, Luna (Breaking the Silence), is a first-person documentary addressing infertility and endometriosis within the Palestinian context. The film has received international recognition, including the Best Health and Medicine Film award at the Sicilian Film Awards (2025) and official selections at international documentary festivals. In 2013, I founded SOLO Production, producing documentary films, short narrative films, awareness videos, and photography in collaboration with institutions, organizations, and companies. Alongside commissioned work, I continue to develop independent documentary projects that aim to create meaningful social impact and contribute to critical conversations around the body, health, faith, and human resilience.

Rami Rishmawi

Palestinian documentary filmmaker and photographer with over 15 years of experience in visual storytelling. Based in Bethlehem, my work focuses on personal and intimate narratives that explore the body, memory, faith, illness, and silence, using cinema as a space for reflection, awareness, and social dialogue. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Photography, Cinema, and Television, and I am currently completing a Master’s degree in Documentary Film. My practice is deeply rooted in lived experience, with a strong interest in socially sensitive topics and human-centered storytelling approached through a restrained, emotionally grounded visual language. My graduation film, Luna (Breaking the Silence), is a first-person documentary addressing infertility and endometriosis within the Palestinian context. The film has received international recognition, including the Best Health and Medicine Film award at the Sicilian Film Awards (2025) and official selections at international documentary festivals. In 2013, I founded SOLO Production, producing documentary films, short narrative films, awareness videos, and photography in collaboration with institutions, organizations, and companies. Alongside commissioned work, I continue to develop independent documentary projects that aim to create meaningful social impact and contribute to critical conversations around the body, health, faith, and human resilience.

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Palestinian documentary filmmaker and photographer with over 15 years of experience in visual storytelling. Based in Bethlehem, my work focuses on personal and intimate narratives that explore the body, memory, faith, illness, and silence, using cinema as a space for reflection, awareness, and social dialogue.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Photography, Cinema, and Television, and I am currently completing a Master’s degree in Documentary Film. My practice is deeply rooted in lived experience, with a strong interest in socially sensitive topics and human-centered storytelling approached through a restrained, emotionally grounded visual language.

My graduation film, Luna (Breaking the Silence), is a first-person documentary addressing infertility and endometriosis within the Palestinian context. The film has received international recognition, including the Best Health and Medicine Film award at the Sicilian Film Awards (2025) and official selections at international documentary festivals.

In 2013, I founded SOLO Production, producing documentary films, short narrative films, awareness videos, and photography in collaboration with institutions, organizations, and companies. Alongside commissioned work, I continue to develop independent documentary projects that aim to create meaningful social impact and contribute to critical conversations around the body, health, faith, and human resilience.

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Work Experience

Photography Tutor at Dar Al Kalima University
January 1, 2021 - Present
Teaching photography to university students and mentoring photography workshops since 2021.
Solo Production Owner at Karima Abbud
January 1, 2013 - Present
Freelance production owner overseeing photography and film projects, involved in awards and jury duties.
Cameraman / Production Assistant at Watan A Watar
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Cameraman, production assistant and techniques for cinema projects.
Teacher in Visual Arts at RRapprochement Center
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Teacher in Visual Arts course.
Cameraman at Al Falastinya TV
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Cameraman covering cinema art news and shoots.

Education

B.A. in Applied Arts at 6 October University
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2009
High School at TAWJIHI HIGH SCHOOL
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 2003
Master of Arts at Dar Al Kalima University
January 1, 2022 - January 15, 2026

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    paper Filmmaking Portfolio | Documentary • Narrative • Music Videos

    🎥 Filmmaking Portfolio | Documentary • Narrative • Music Videos

    I am a Palestinian filmmaker and visual storyteller based in Bethlehem, specializing in cinematic narratives that blend emotion, culture, and authentic human experience.

    My work encompasses a range of creative formats including:

    Documentary Films – real stories that speak to community, identity, and lived experience

    Narrative & Fiction Films – crafted stories with emotional depth and cinematic structure

    Music Videos – visually compelling pieces that complement rhythm, mood, and artistic expression

    📽️ I invite you to watch my curated portfolio here:

    👉 Portfolio Video (Selected Works):
    https://www.twine.net/signin

    Each project reflects my commitment to strong storytelling, visual composition, and technical execution. I look forward to connecting with other professionals, collaborators, and creative partners who share a passion for meaningful cinema.