Biography
Ziad Doueiri is a filmmaker whose work in cinema spans multiple roles and collaborations. Born on January 1, 1963 in Lebanon, Doueiri has contributed to the industry primarily as a director. Their involvement in filmmaking began behind the camera, serving as First Assistant Camera on Reservoir Dogs in 1992 and Four Rooms in 1995, roles that required technical precision and coordination in visual storytelling.
Doueiri’s transition to directing is marked by projects that explore narrative depth and cultural context. As a writer-director, they crafted The Insult in 2017, a film that also served as Lebanon’s submission for the Best International Feature Film category at the 90th Academy Awards. The work reflects Doueiri’s engagement with storytelling that intersects personal and societal them…
