Daniel Ali

PelĂ­culas

Kukeri
Editor
The Balkans is home to an ancient pagan tradition where magic and mystery still have a sacred place in the cosmic order. The Kukeri festival has had a strong hold over Bulgarian cultural life since the fifth century, surviving the Ottomans, Christendom and communist rule. Every winter, hundreds of terrifying figures prowl snow-capped forests and village centers in search of evil spirits to dispel from their communities.
Kukeri
Cinematography
The Balkans is home to an ancient pagan tradition where magic and mystery still have a sacred place in the cosmic order. The Kukeri festival has had a strong hold over Bulgarian cultural life since the fifth century, surviving the Ottomans, Christendom and communist rule. Every winter, hundreds of terrifying figures prowl snow-capped forests and village centers in search of evil spirits to dispel from their communities.
Ukweli
Cinematography
Congolese poets, dancers and painters counter the prevailing narrative of their country with messages of hope.
A Million Waves
Director
A portrait piece about 19 year old Kadiatu Kamara, the only female surfer in Sierra Leone.