Maulana Latif Hanafi is a young director from Gunungkidul, Yogyakarta, currently 16 years old. He is a student at SMKN 1 Wonosari and an aspiring filmmaker. His filmmaking journey began at the age of 12 with his first project, "Ojo Bolos Sekolah". Since then, he has focused on deepening his involvement in filmmaking. He has directed several films, including "Lho?", "Atirath", and "Rasulan."
To collaborate and grow with his fellow vocational schoolmates, Maulana founded a small team called OtoFilSeven. The name stands for Otodidak Film Seven, a community of students passionate about filmmaking. Despite having limited experience and resources, they are committed to learning independently and creating quality films with basic equipment. Their self-taught spirit fosters a collaborative environment that encourages courage, persistence, and hard work.
One of his notable achievements is winning the Best Experimental Film Award at the XV Jogja Student Film Festival in 2024.