Draft:Amman Abbasi
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Amman Abbasi (born 1988) is an American filmmaker, writer, director, composer, and musician known for his evocative coming-of-age films and award-winning documentary work.[1][2] Abbasi is recognized for his deeply humanistic approach to storytelling, blending intimate character studies with social realism.[3][2]
Early Life and Career
[edit]Amman Abbasi was born to Pakistani parents and raised in Little Rock, Arkansas.[1][2] His upbringing in the American South, along with his Pakistani heritage, deeply influenced his artistic vision.[3] Abbasi worked with the renowned Renaud Brothers, gaining experience in documentary filmmaking.[1][2]
Film Career
[edit]Abbasi made his feature directorial debut with "Dayveon" (2017) Dayveon, a coming-of-age drama set in rural Arkansas.[1][2] The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and was screened at the Berlin International Film Festival.[2] Abbasi received two nominations at the Independent Spirit Awards for "Dayveon".[2][4]
In 2024, Abbasi premiered his second feature film, "Yasmeen's Element," at the SXSW Festival.[5]
Documentary Work
[edit]Abbasi served as an editor on "Last Chance High," a documentary series that earned an Emmy nomination for editing.[1][2][4] He also traveled to Haiti to document the aftermath of the 2010 earthquake for The New York Times, earning a prestigious DuPont Award.[1][2]
Music Career
[edit]Abbasi is an accomplished musician and composer.[1][2] He is half of the duo The Abbasi Brothers with his brother Yousuf, having released the album "Something Like Nostalgia" in July 2008 on Dynamophone Records worldwide.[1][2] He has scored his own feature films and worked as a music consultant for the Halloween franchise.[2][5]
Awards and Recognition
[edit]- "Dayveon" (2017) – Nominated for Independent Spirit Awards[2][4]
- "Last Chance High" (2014) – Emmy nomination for editing[1][2][4]
- Coverage of the Haiti earthquake – DuPont Award for Excellence in Journalism[1][2]
Abbasi's work continues to garner critical acclaim for its authenticity and emotional depth, establishing him as a significant voice in independent cinema.[3][2][5]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e f g h i j "Arkansas Cinema Society". www.arkansascinemasociety.org.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p "Amman Abbasi – American Film Showcase". americanfilmshowcase.com.
- ^ a b c Saito, Stephen (June 30, 2015). "Amman Abbasi Finds a Way to Speak Out with "Loudmouth"". The Moveable Fest.
- ^ a b c d "POV and America ReFramed Filmmakers Selected for 2021 Wyncote Fellowship at PBS Annual Meeting | POV". www.pbs.org.
- ^ a b c Smittle, Stephanie (February 24, 2024). "Arkansas filmmaker Amman Abbasi's latest debuts at SXSW". Arkansas Times.