With rigorous specificity, DogFriend explores the complexities of race in Germany by telling the story of Malik, a Black and queer man in his mid-twenties, meeting a white man for a date, which takes an unexpected turn. The film boldly oscillates between comedy, drama, character study, and cinematic experimentation and explores themes of love, race, and mental health – while subtly (and at times loudly) suggesting that they are intrinsically connected.
Director's Bio:
Maissa Lihedheb studied media management, and directed 11 short films, a documentary, and TV show episodes. Her film "Hundefreund" screened at several festivals including the British Film Institute and Tribeca and "Ramadan in a day" won the Golden Palm at Saudi Film Fes. She is currently pursuing a Master's at NYU Tisch.
With rigorous specificity, DogFriend explores the complexities of race in Germany by telling the story of Malik, a Black and queer man in his mid-twenties, meeting a white man for a date, which takes an unexpected turn. The film boldly oscillates between comedy, drama, character study, and cinematic experimentation and explores themes of love, race, and mental health – while subtly (and at times loudly) suggesting that they are intrinsically connected.
Director's Bio:
Maissa Lihedheb studied media management, and directed 11 short films, a documentary, and TV show episodes. Her film "Hundefreund" screened at several festivals including the British Film Institute and Tribeca and "Ramadan in a day" won the Golden Palm at Saudi Film Fes. She is currently pursuing a Master's at NYU Tisch.