Mo Harawe

Mo Harawe is a celebrated Somali filmmaker who has attracted international attention for his haunting and poetic narratives. His films often address themes of identity, home and the social challenges of his generation. With the short film LIFE ON THE HORN (2020), inspired by the environmental catastrophe in Somalia, Harawe created a striking work that received worldwide acclaim at film festivals. His award-winning film WILL MY PARENTS COME TO SEE ME (2022) highlights the deeply emotional stories of prison inmates and shows Harawe to be a masterful storyteller of complex human destinies. He is considered an emerging voice in international cinema that impresses with empathy and visual power.