Description: (First Female Arab Director to Be Nominated for an Oscar in the Category for Best Foreign Language Film)
Nadine Labaki is a well-known Lebanese and Canadian actress, director, and activist. She began her career as an actress in the early 2000s before transitioning to filmmaking in 2007 with the release of her debut film, Caramel, which received international acclaim at the Cannes Film Festival. Labaki's work is known for its authentic portrayal of everyday life in Lebanon and its exploration of important political issues such as war, poverty, and feminism. She made history by becoming the first female Arab director to be nominated for an Oscar in the Best Foreign Language Film category for her highly praised movie, Capernaum (2018).