Hasan Kattan
As an independent Syrian filmmaker and director of a production firm, Hasan Kattan brings forth a wealth of experience spanning more than a decade, specializing in directing and producing documentary films. Hasan has been instrumental in the creation of several significant documentary projects, which have garnered international acclaim and accolades across various roles, including directing and cinematography.
Over his career, Hasan served as cinematographer on the Oscar-winning THE WHITE HELMETS and is known for his contributions to the Oscar-nominated LAST MEN IN ALEPPO. His dedication to capturing truth in the midst of chaos continued with DEATH WITHOUT MERCY, a film examining the aftermath of the Turkey-Syria earthquake and the fight for accountability in an environment marred by corruption.
Born in Aleppo in 1992, Hasan embarked on a journey marked by collaboration and innovation. Co-founding the Aleppo Media Center in 2012 alongside fellow Syrian journalists, Hasan demonstrated a commitment to shedding light on the unfolding events in his homeland. His impact extended globally through collaborations with esteemed international media outlets such as BBC, CNN, TRT World, Al Jazeera English, and ITV News.
Driven by a fervent desire to explore the nuances and intricacies of Syrian society, Hasan is dedicated to addressing pertinent social and cultural issues, particularly those related to human rights, through his compelling storytelling. As a visionary filmmaker, he continually endeavors to push creative boundaries and explore innovative storytelling techniques.
Hasan’s filmography boasts a diverse array of projects, including directorial works such as “We Will Return, My Love,” “Clustered,” “Face To Face,” and “The Day We Left Aleppo.” Additionally, he has produced notable films such as “Death Without Mercy,” “Women At War,” “Her Road To Justice, “Life Under Siege,” “Goodbye Aleppo,” “The White Helmets,” and “One Day In Aleppo.” In summary, Hasan Kattan’s journey as a filmmaker is characterized by his unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and social advocacy. Through his impactful storytelling and dedication to addressing pertinent societal issues.
CAREER TIMELINE
2024 – Producer / Death Without Mercy
2023 – Producer / Her Rode To Justice
2022 – Videographer / Women At War
2020 – 2023 – Media & Advocacy Manager/ Humanitarian Organization
2018 – 2019 – Advocacy Campaign / Syria’s Superfans World Cup
2017 – 2018 – Filmmaker & Director / Face To Face, We Will Return My Love
Documentaries as Directed by Hasan Kattan: We Will Return, My Love. Clustered. Face To Face, The Day We Left Aleppo
Documentaries as co-director: Last Men In Aleppo
Documentaries as Producer: Death without Mercy, Her Road To Justice
Documentaries as Videographer: The White Helmets, Women At War, Life Under Siege, Syria Alone after the Earthquake, Goodbye Aleppo, One Day In Aleppo,
Exodus: Our Journey To Europe.
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