"In my work, I strive to confront complexity rather than shy away from it."

Kaouther Ben Hania, the Oscar-nominated director of Four Daughters answers 5 Questions

I hear many filmmakers and audience members complain about the conformity in mainstream and corporate filmmaking today. They both tell me how much they want to make or experience something different, something unique, and something bold. Hopefully soon the executives will hear them and open the doors.

AMPAS already has taken note, particularly in the do…