Directing
Hayder Dawood
Born
1994-01-04 (32)
Place of birth
Jubail
Known for
Directing
Credits
7 titles
Hayder Mahdi Dawood (born January 4, 1994) is a Saudi filmmaker whose cinematic journey is a testament to his dedication to capturing and documenting local narratives that are deeply rooted in the rich tapestry of Saudi culture. In 2018, Hayder's artistic trajectory leaped when he moved to Sweden to pursue his graduate studies practically in innovation management. The transformative period of living abroad introduced a new depth to his work, infusing themes of home, nostalgia, and cultural identity. His exposure to international film circuits, particularly through collaborations with the Uppsala and Stockholm International Film Festivals, enriched his narrative techniques, steering him to…
Known for
NRA short and personal documentary attempts to understand broader meanings of life, attitude, emotions, and the environment by raising questions and exploring the notion of movement inside cars, inviting audiences to view their surroundings with a different point of view and an interesting angle.
The Window of Life
2021
NRAn intimate documentary about family, friendship, and home which draws together the love of autumn with nostalgia for home.
Color of Sunset
2020
NRA short documentary about the adventure of two Saudi filmmakers who travel through the snows of Northern Europe to chase their dream during a pivotal period in their artistic careers.
The Last Winter
2023
Film credits
Behind the camera
NRA short and personal documentary attempts to understand broader meanings of life, attitude, emotions, and the environment by raising questions and exploring the notion of movement inside cars, inviting audiences to view their surroundings with a different point of view and an interesting angle.
The Window of Life
2021
NRA short and personal documentary attempts to understand broader meanings of life, attitude, emotions, and the environment by raising questions and exploring the notion of movement inside cars, inviting audiences to view their surroundings with a different point of view and an interesting angle.
The Window of Life
2021
NRAn intimate documentary about family, friendship, and home which draws together the love of autumn with nostalgia for home.
Color of Sunset
2020
NRA short documentary about the adventure of two Saudi filmmakers who travel through the snows of Northern Europe to chase their dream during a pivotal period in their artistic careers.
The Last Winter
2023
NRA short documentary about the adventure of two Saudi filmmakers who travel through the snows of Northern Europe to chase their dream during a pivotal period in their artistic careers.
The Last Winter
2023
NRA short documentary about the adventure of two Saudi filmmakers who travel through the snows of Northern Europe to chase their dream during a pivotal period in their artistic careers.
The Last Winter
2023