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The Pharaoh is a She!

With meticulous attention to detail, this project displays the historical narrative of Hatshepsut challenging societal norms and defying expectations to become the Pharaoh of ancient Egypt. Through stop-motion animation, the movie portrays Hatshepsut's dignified and confident assertion of her gender and leadership, showcasing her significant contributions to the economy and trading of ancient Egypt. The movie is a testament to the strength and resilience of women, as she beautifully portrays Hatshepsut's remarkable journey, leaving a lasting impression on history. By showcasing Hatshepsut's story in a unique and creative manner, Marwa's stop-motion animation project inspires and encourages the empowerment of women in the present and future, celebrating their accomplishments and contributions to society

  • Marwa Mohammad Hamed
    Director
  • Marwa Mohammad Hamed
    Writer
  • Marwa Mohammad Hamed
    Producer
  • Marwa Mohammad Hamed
    Key Cast
    "Hatshepsuit"
    Voice-over
  • Mohannad Mohammad Hamed
    Key Cast
    "Thutmose II"
    Voice-over
  • Michael Essam
    Key Cast
    "The Director"
    Voice-over
  • Omar Abd El Zaher
    Key Cast
    "Senenmut"
    Voice-over
  • Project Type:
    Animation, Documentary, Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Documentary, Historical
  • Runtime:
    7 minutes 24 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 11, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    900 GBP
  • Country of Origin:
    Egypt
  • Country of Filming:
    United Kingdom
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    JPEG pics turns into mp4 video
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - University of Bedfordshire
Director Biography - Marwa Mohammad Hamed

Marwa Hamed is an Egyptian artist and designer with a background in printmaking, digital 2D and stop-motion animation, incorporating ancient Egyptian culture, comics, animation, pop art, environment, history and humour. She is known for experimenting with new materials and techniques and is dedicated to exploring new creative avenues and implementing them in captivating and inspiring work.

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Director Statement

Marwa's stop-motion animation project brings Queen Hatshepsut's extraordinary story to life, inspiring present and future generations to challenge expectations and make lasting contributions to society through creative storytelling. Celebrating strength and resilience, Marwa honors powerful women like Hatshepsut, encouraging others to break molds and pursue their passions.