Annie Sakkab

A Palestinian-Canadian, born and raised in Jordan, freelance photojournalist and independent filmmaker Annie Sakkab is based in Canada and the Middle East. Annie is drawn to exploring the customs, lifestyles, and values that characterize her subjects. She seeks long-form narrative with a focus on women’s issues, identity, and social justice. Annie’s first short documentary Hollie’s Dress, (2020, 41 festivals, 15 awards) had its World Premiere at Hot Docs Canadian  International Documentary Film Festival in collaboration with the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC).