In my experimental film, set in New York City, I explore Saudi Muslim women's complex identities and strengths. Through a personal conversation with my mother, I challenge misconceptions about silence, portraying it as a powerful stance. The film integrates traditional elements like floral motifs, Arabic calligraphy, and the concept of Tawaf to symbolize unity and the blend of history with personal identity. Employing hybrid media, I weave a narrative that honors Saudi women's resilience and evolving strengths, highlighting their unique experiences and the spiritual continuity in their diverse lives.
- Stillness and Complexities: Challenging the misconception of silence as passive with portrayals of quietude as a deliberate and powerful stance. it can also be an active choice and a form of resistance.
- Floral Motifs and Arabic Calligraphy: Integrating traditional artistic expressions to symbolize the harmonious blend of history and personal identity in the subjects' lives.
- Tawaf—Women of the Haram: Utilizing the concept of Tawaf to underscore themes of unity and continuity amid diversity.
- Hybrid Media Elements: Combining video with illustrative Islamic floral patterns to create a layered narrative that reflects the complex nature of these women's lives.
[ Soft Feminism: The Interplay Between Feminism, Digital Media, and Creative Expression in Saudi Arabia]