Majid Al Ansari is a pioneering film director and producer whose remarkable journey in the cinematic realm commenced with the conception of his inaugural feature film, Zinzana, which sent shockwaves throughout the film community upon its premiere at the prestigious Fantastic Fest in Austin, Texas, and later, its European debut at the revered BFI London Film Festival, thereby presenting his groundbreaking narrative techniques to a worldwide audience.
Majid's cinematic masterpiece, Zinzana, garnered immense critical acclaim, with Variety magazine lavishing praise upon it, hailing it as a "World Class Neo Noir Thriller" in a glowing review that served to further solidify Majid's reputation as a masterful filmmaker, a testament to his exceptional storytelling abilities and unwavering dedication to his craft.
Noted Arab filmmaker, his outstanding work on Zinzana garnered him the esteemed honor of "Arab Filmmaker of the Year" at the 2016 Berlin International Film Festival, a resounding endorsement of his unrelenting passion for his craft and his innovative approach to narrative storytelling.
Majid, a highly respected and accomplished film professional, leveraged the significant momentum generated by his previous triumph, Zinzana, as a springboard for further growth and expansion, as he embarked upon a new and ambitious venture, assuming the pivotal role of Executive Producer on a trio of prominent Arab films, thereby demonstrating his remarkable adaptability, versatility, and profound expertise in the film industry.
Majid embarked on a groundbreaking and innovative creative journey in the year 2020, boldly straying from his customary artistic terrain by assuming the role of director for a trio of episodes in the captivating Netflix series Paranormal. This esteemed production is masterfully adapted from the celebrated and widely acclaimed novels penned by the illustrious Ahmed Khaled Tawfik, renowned for his exceptional literary prowess and critically acclaimed storytelling abilities.
