The short documentary film (The Light in My Eyes) explores the lives of children and young people with visual impairments around the world, highlighting their experiences of participation, independence, empowerment, and the challenges they face. The film was shot in 2022 across seven countries: the Netherlands, South Africa, Botswana, Ghana, Uganda, Palestine, and Egypt, under the sponsorship of Visio International Foundation in the Netherlands and with the support of local production teams.
Director Details
Mohanad Diab is a filmmaker and visual documentarian with more than fifteen years of experience in documentary filmmaking and media production focused on humanitarian and development issues. His artistic vision centers on using the language of cinema to illuminate authentic and inspiring stories that reflect the essence of social change. Throughout his career, he has created numerous documentaries that have been screened at local and international festivals and received prestigious film awards. His work seeks to uncover untold human stories, document initiatives that empower communities, and create visually compelling content that combines artistic value with meaningful purpose.
